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ISSUE
Local Events
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Farmer’s Markets
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Local Business Directory
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Stuffed Cherry Tomato Recipe
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Local Business Spotlight: Plan Shop Live Kitchen
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“Prairie State Stew” Recipe
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Is Your Garden… Page 13
We Have 2 Recipes To Make Use Of Those Fresh Veggies!
Special Thank You To…
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Local Events
NOTE: Events are subject to change due to Covid 19. Please make sure events have not been rescheduled or cancelled before attending.
Live Stand Up Comedy, August 29th, 2020 8-10pm @ The Command Post at the American Legion, 104 N. Main St, Troy, IL. The perfect date night or night out with friends, LIVE STAND UP COMEDY! We've got the NUMBER ONE COMEDIAN FROM BRANSON, Derik Zoo, coming to Troy, IL! Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. For more info, go to https://bit.ly/30A9B7a. Concert In The Park-Abbey Road Warriors, Aug. 29th, 7-8:30pm @Firemen’s Park, 300 Donk Ave, Maryville, IL. Bring a snack and your lawn chairs for an evening down memory lane with Abbey Road Warriors, a Beatles tribute band. Masks and social distancing required. For more info, go to www.vil.maryville.il.us. Kentucky Derby Watch Party, Sept. 5th, 2020, 2:30-7pm @Bella Vista Winery, 6633 E. Main St. Maryville, IL. Calling all big hats and dapper duds- join us for "The Greatest Two-Minutes in Sports!" Your ticket includes a $5.00 donation to the Happy Hooves Equine Rescue in Edwardsville, IL. You will also receive a complimentary Mint Julep, Glass of Wine, or Beer and a Southern-Inspired hors d'oeuvres buffet. Weather permitting, the event will be held outside with a live viewing of the race at approximately 6:00PM. Every guest will also receive 3, 1oz. tastings of high-end Bourbons. (Continued on page 5)
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Local Events (Cont. from page 3) There will be live music for you to enjoy throughout the event. The Jazz Troubadours will
be playing from 3PM-7PM and Hunter Peebles from 7PM-11PM. Come decked out in your biggest hat or best vest/bowtie combo for a chance to win a wine basket or a free stay at the Hidden Lake Winery cabins in Aviston, IL! You can purchase your ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/108036867178.
Bradley R. Smith Memorial Scholarship Virtual 5K Run/Walk, Sept. 11th -13th, Hosted by Bradley R. Smith Memorial Scholarship Virtual 5K Run/Walk. Virtual 5K run/walk to honor SrA Bradley R. Smith and raise funds for his Memorial Scholarship Fund. For more info, go to https://bit.ly/34jdLT6. Collinsville City-Wide Garage Sales, Sept. 12th, 7am-3pm, sponsored by City of Collinsville Parks and Recreation. On September 9th, a guide of all addresses participating in the City Wide Garage Sale will be printed and available at City Call and the Activity Center and posted on the City of Collinsville's website. Last day to register is September 4. For more info, go to https://apm.activecommunities.com/collinsvilleparkandrec/Home.
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Local Events Autumn in the Vines Fall Festival, Sept. 19th at 11am- Sept. 20th at 12am @ Bella Vista Winery, 6633 E. Main St. Maryville, IL. Join us for a Fall Festival at Bella Vista Winery! We will be having fun Fall drinks & a special food menu! From 12-5:00PM, we will be hosting a Vendor Fair in our Grand Ball Room and Lawn Games out in our back lawn! Live music from 1-5 by Raquel Rae and 7-11 by Hunter Peebles! For more info, go to https://bit.ly/2PuHmk6. Makers Market Maryville, Sept. 19th, 9am-4pm @Makers Market, 2929 N. Center St. Maryville, IL. Outdoor. Open-Air Market: crafters, antiques, woodworkers, collectables, up cyclers, furniture refinishers jewelry, vendors and many more. We will have a 2 food trucks, Kettle Corn, Pork Rinds and an Italian ice truck here for the day. We will not be able to offer seating due to restrictions for sit down eating. The event will be located behind our shop and there will be plenty of parking. For updates, go to https://www.facebook.com/events/851748995228883. Fall Vintage Market-Belle-Clair Fairgrounds 2020 Powered by Fall Vintage Market, Sept. 25- 27th, 200 S. Belt E, Belleville, IL. Forever Vintage Market is an event for collectors, treasure seekers and hunters of one of a kind vintage finds. We are a destination for decorators, designers, boutique owners, families, and weekend fun seekers of all ages. No matter if your interest lies in Vintage, Antiques, Handmade, Furniture, Boutique, A Variety of Tasty Foods, Live Music, Handcrafted Cocktails or just spending the afternoon hunting for the perfect find, we look forward to seeing you! Tickets can be purchased at the door. 12 and under are free. For more info, go to http://www.forevervintagemarket.com/.
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Farmer’s Markets Below is a list of several farmer’s markets in Madison and St. Clair counties. Each market has worked hard to create safe ordering and pick up procedures to maintain social distancing. Please follow each guideline carefully. Get your orders in before the season is over! Alton Farmers & Artisans Market, 8am-12pm, Saturdays. Parking lot at the corner of Landmarks Blvd. and Henry St., Alton. Fresh produce, plants, meat, cheese, eggs, honey, baked goods and other edible products will be available. Social distancing measures will be in place. Pre-ordering is encouraged. Electronic payment preferred. Cash accepted; bring small bills. Vendors advised not to give change. To order, go to facebook.com/AltonFarmersMarket Land of Goshen Community Market, 8am-12pm, Saturdays. Downtown Edwardsville, St. Louis Street, Edwardsville. Open rain or shine. Social distancing measures will be in place. The Market will only include sales of food and hygiene items to limit the number of vendors and allow for at least 10 feet of space between all stalls. The Market asks customers to send only one shopper per family/household. Customers are asked to wear masks. To order, go to facebook.com/goshenmarket Land of Goshen Online Market, The Goshen Market Online Shop is open for orders Friday through Monday. On Wednesdays from 5pm-7pm all ordered items will be delivered or available for pick up at 222 Artisan Bakery, 222 Main St., Edwardsville. Call (618) 659-1122 for curbside pick-up. To order, go to goshenmarket.org/shop. Maryville Drive-Thru Farmers Market, 5-6pm Thursdays. Maryville Village Hall, 2520 N. Center St., Maryville. Pre-orders and pre-pay. Customers place orders through on Facebook or on the website before noon on Thursday and pay online. When arriving for pick-up, give your name, remain in your vehicle, then drive up to each farm. Your order will be placed in your trunk/vehicle. Select items available for lastminute, onsite purchase when picking up orders. To order, go to: https://www.facebook.com/MaryvilleILFarmersMarket or maryvilleilfarmersmarket.org Vine Street Market, 8 a.m. to 12pm, Saturdays. O’Fallon Station 212 E. First St., O’Fallon. Online preorders and pre-pay still available. Orders can be placed with individual vendors online. Vendor availability and order deadlines vary. Market guidelines for onsite shopping include masks, social distancing, not touching products at vendor stands. For details and information: ofallonstation.com/vine-streetmarket or facebook.com/vinestreetmarketofallon Drive-Thru Vine Street Market, 5:30-6 pm, Tuesdays. O’Fallon Station 212 E. First St., O’Fallon. Online pre-orders and pre-pay only, no walk-ups. Orders can be placed with individual vendors on their Facebook page. Vendor availability and order deadlines vary. For details and information: facebook.com/vinestreetmarketofallon www.metroeastmessenger.com
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Farmer’s Markets Swansea Farmers Market, 10am- 2pm, Thursdays. Rural King parking lot, 2801 N. Illinois St., Swansea. Behind Burger King. Fresh local produce, baked goods, jams, jellies, honey and more. Social distancing guidelines will be in place. Signs will be posted. Have monetary denominations of $10s, $5s and $1s available; no change will be given. Wear masks and keep your distance. facebook.com/SwanseaFarmersMarketInc Millstadt Farmers Market, 3-6pm, Fridays. Millstadt VFW Post 7980, 200 S. Veterans Drive, Millstadt. Featuring produce, plants, baked goods, kettle corn, jam, jewelry, honey, Avon and much more. Directed by St. Clair County Health guidelines. 618-476-3037 or facebook.com/MillstadtFarmersMarket Belleville’s Old Town Farmers Market, 7:30am-12pm, Saturdays. First block of S. Charles St., between E. Main and E. Washington streets, Belleville. Food and agricultural products only at this point. Do not attend if sick. Only one family member should attend. Let vendors select and bag goods. Masks and six feet of social distancing required by all. Exact change requested; no change will be offered. Link/SNAP/EBT accepted. facebook.com/Belleville-Old-Town-Farmers-Market-930383016993451
4-Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon
$8.99 per lb Limit one per customer. Must present coupon. Expires 9/11/20
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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
TA
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
www.mikesautomotive.net
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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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Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Whether you need a quick appetizer or something to snack on, these Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes are a great way to make use of those cherry tomatoes from your garden. Ingredients: 24-48 cherry tomatoes 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced 3 green onion stalks, diced 2 teaspoons minced dill fresh dill, for garnish (optional) Directions: Cut thin slice off top of each tomato. Scoop out pulp. Invert tomatoes on paper towel to drain. In medium bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in cucumber, green onion and dill. Spoon mixture into tomatoes. Top with fresh dill (optional). Refrigerate until ready to serve. Find more snack recipes at Culinary.net.
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Local Business Spotlight Eating out and eating healthy don’t always go together. But Susan Smith has solved this problem for people in the Metro East. Her brand new restaurant, Plan Shop Live Kitchen, in Maryville, IL, has been getting rave reviews since it recently opened in July. Plan Shop Live Kitchen serves gourmet breakfast and lunch, made to order, and uses the freshest ingredients from local businesses. I finally checked it out last week and now I see what all the buzz is about. I ordered the Southwest Chicken Salad (pictured below) and was surprised how much fresh flavor was packed inside. This is not your average, boring salad. It was delicious! Susan has also included WW points for each meal to make eating healthy even easier. The restaurant is beautiful with a clean, modern design. There’s also some outside seating. You can even call ahead for pick up. Be sure to follow their Facebook page for daily specials!
Plan Shop Live Kitchen 2719 N. Center St, Maryville, IL (Just north of Bobby’s Frozen Custard)
(618)223-8330 www.planshoplive.com Open M-F, 7am-3pm
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“Prairie State Stew” Like many Midwestern households, recipes like these often get handed down from one generation to the next. Sometimes they are just taught without ever being written down with ingredients and proper measurements, or even given a name. This is one such recipe. I’ve asked several people what this is called, and no one knows. I did some research online and couldn’t find anything there, either. I did, however, find a similar recipe from a home cook in Indiana and she called it “Hoosier State Stew.” It’s for that reason, I’m now calling this “Prairie State Stew.” (If someone knows the proper name of this dish, please let me know.)
I have lots of fond memories of my parents picking fresh green beans from their garden around this time of year and we would all sit around the back deck “snapping beans” until our fingers were sore. Great conversation always made the chore go quickly, of course. If you don’t have a back deck with family to help you do this, just use a knife and cutting board. And if you don’t have a garden full of green beans, you can just use fresh ones from the grocery store. (I’ve even heard you can make this with canned green beans, also. Just add the green beans, potatoes and sausage together at the same time and simmer until the potatoes are softened.) Either way, I hope you enjoy this recipe from our family!
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut 3 cups potatoes (any kind), cut into 1 ½” pieces 1 pound smoked sausage (any kind), cut into ½” discs ½ small onion, diced 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste) 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (or more to taste)
Directions: In a large pot, add butter and onions. Cook the onions until translucent. Add green beans and salt and pepper to the pot, then add enough water to cover the green beans. Cook for about 20 mins or until they begin to soften. Add the potatoes (you may need to add more water) and cook another 10 mins. Finally add the smoked sausage and cook another 10 mins. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed. Serve in a bowl like a stew or use a slotted spoon to serve as a side dish. Enjoy! (Note: leftovers make a fantastic lunch!) If you tried this recipe, let us know! Share a picture on our Facebook page! www.metroeastmessenger.com
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