Take a Journey Through Christmas Wonderland in Alton Grandpa Gang...
Read More
Mark Your Calendar
Saturday, Jan. 28
St. Ferdinand Shrine holds a book sale, every Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. The gift shop in the rectory will be open.
Sunday, Jan. 29
Bingo is held every Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m., at American Legion Post 444, 17090 Old Jamestown Road (2 1/2 miles north of Jamestown Mall) Food and refreshments available. (314-741-7786)
Monday, Jan. 30
Florissant Valley Barbershop singers meet on Mondays at Bethel UCC Church, 14700 North New Halls Ferry Road, 7-10 p.m. New members are sought to enlarge the chorus. (Lou, 921-4043)
Tuesday, Jan. 31
Blood pressure & blood glucose testing every Tuesday 9-10 a.m. at ManorCare Health Services, 1200 Graham Road, Florissant.
Thurday, Feb. 2
Tai Chi for Seniors – free classes at St. Catherine Retirement Center, 3350 St. Catherine St. Thursdays Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 at 10:30 a.m. RSVP by calling 314-838-3877.
Friday, Feb. 3
The County Older Residents Computer Club meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month at the Prairie Commons Library, 915 Utz Lane, Hazelwood. Bring your computer problems for discussion,
Fish Fry, the first Friday of the month and every Friday during Lent at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Church, 3500 S. Catherine, Florissant from 4-7. (837-3410)
Saturday, Feb. 4
St. Ferdinand Shrine holds a book sale, every Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. The gift shop in the rectory will be open.
Basement/Tailgate Sale at Northside Christian Church, 9635 Hwy. 367 (Lewis & Clark Blvd.) the first Saturday of the month from 8-noon. No Breakfast Saturday. Feb.4 A double parking spot for tailgaters is $10 Call 314-868-5722, to reserve a spot.
Sunday, Feb. 5
Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Florissant Old Town Partners, served at the Florissant Old Town Chapel, 646 rue St. Francois, 8 – noon. Adults $6 each, Children $3 each (Includes coffee, juice, pancakes and sausage). Also includes a Chance to Win one of four $25 Attendance Prizes.
Bingo is held every Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m., at American Legion Post 444, 17090 Old Jamestown Road (2 1/2 miles north of Jamestown Mall) Food and refreshments available. (314-741-7786)
Monday, Feb. 6
Florissant Valley Barbershop singers meet on Mondays at Bethel UCC Church, 14700 North New Halls Ferry Road, 7-10 p.m. New members are sought to enlarge the chorus. (Lou, 921-4043)
Tuesday, Feb. 7
Blood pressure & blood glucose testing every Tuesday 9-10 a.m. at ManorCare Health Services, 1200 Graham Road.
Thursday, Feb. 9
Northside Art Association meets on the second Thursday of each month to paint together at the Hazelwood Community Center, 1186 Teson Road, at 10 a.m. (J. Frericks, 837-5816)
Laughter is the Best Medicine – Laugh Your Way to Better Health! Free class at St. Catherine Apartments. Sponsored by Healthline Home Care, Complimentary breakfast at 9, class at 9:30. RSVP to 838-3877.
Saturday, Feb. 11
Valentino’s Restaurant returns to the fellowshop hall at. Florissant Valley Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 1325 N. US Highway 67, Florissant. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with appetizers, salad, pasta dinner, surprises, and entertainment for all ages. Phone: 837-6767 for reservations.
St. Ferdinand Shrine holds a book sale, every Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. The gift shop in the rectory will be open.
February 11 Saturday
Celebrate Recovery Testimony Writing Workshop
Workshop covers writing your testimony and allows time to begin writingA light breakfast is served at 8:30 and workshop begins at 9am.
You must have completed Step 4 to attend workshop. This workshop is open to all churches and Celebrate Recovery groups.
Workshop is being held at First Christian Church of Florissant 2890 Patterson Rd 63031
8:30am – 1pm www.fccf.org Contact dennis@fccf.org or jkwllms1838@yahoo.com
Sunday, Feb. 12
Bingo is held every Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m., at American Legion Post 444, 17090 Old Jamestown Road (2 1/2 miles north of Jamestown Mall) Food and refreshments available. (314-741-7786)
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Alzheimer’s Association Support Group meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at First Christian Church of Florissant, 2890 Patterson Rd. (Mary Swip or Claudia Martin at 314-831-3750)
Blood pressure & blood glucose testing every Tuesday 9-10 a.m. at ManorCare Health Services, 1200 Graham Road, Florissant.
Friday, Feb. 17
Standard First Aid with CPR/AED Adult and Child Training Plus CPR – Infant, sponsored by the American Red Cross, 8:30-3:30 at Bellefontains Neighbors Recreation Center, 9669 Bellefontaine Road, $110. Reservations required. Call 1-800-RED-CROS (1-800-733-2767) or visit www.redcross.org to register.
The County Older Residents Computer Club meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month at the Prairie Commons Library, 915 Utz Lane, Hazelwood. Bring your computer problems for discussion, Guest speakers sometime have a prepared program.
Saturday, Feb. 18
Mardi Gras Mouse Races sponsored b the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce, at the JFK Civic Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. , races start at 7. $20 per person, tables of 8. Snacks, soda and beer provided, but can bring own food and adult beverages also. Reserve and pay to www.greaternorthcountychamber.com or call 831-3500.
Casino Night at VFW Post 4105, 410 Rue Saint Francois, Florissant. Admission is $10. Doors open at 6:30 and play starts at 7/ Beer, soda and snacks provided with cost of admission.
St. Ferdinand Shrine holds a book sale, every Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. The gift shop in the rectory will be open.
Sunday, Feb. 19
Retreat: Daughter, Your Faith has Save You, at the Pallotine Renewal Center, 2-6. Speaker Kathleen Davis presents an afternoon with the women of the Gospels. $25. For more infomraiton, call 837-7100 or visit www.pallottinernewal.org.
Tuesday,
Friday, Feb. 25
Fish Fry, the first Friday of the month and every Friday during Lent at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Church, 3500 S. Catherine, Florissant from 4-7. (837-3410)
Saturday, March 3
Mayors’ Shamrock Ball at Garden Villas North from 6:30-11 p.m. The 5th annual ball, hosted by the mayors of Florissant, Hazelwood, and Black Jack, benefits Valley Industries. Tickets are $100 and includes Irish fare, drinks and music by the legendary Bob Kuban . Visit www.valleyind.net/shamrockballspons.shtml for ticket and sponsorship information.
Mark Your Calendar is a regular feature in The Independent News each issue. All items of a general interest will be published if received at our office by mail, fax or e-mail on Friday by 5 p.m. prior to the next edition.
