This week there’s plenty of events centered around plants – from a class on how to forage a wild pesto from your backyard, to a plant & sip event creating a potted flower, a community gardening event, and much more. For those who love trivia and bingo, there’s a black light bingo fundraiser, plus themed trivia nights that will test your knowledge on all things Marvel, Lord of the Rings, and Route 66 Centennial info.
There’s also community dances, a Cars & Coffee event, a pop-up BBQ event, a chance to watch kites dance in the wind at a local park, and a lot more!
Just a heads up! April is prime spring shower weather in Missouri, so it might be a good idea to double check with event venues before heading out just in case an event gets canceled or rescheduled due to weather!
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Wednesday, April 8
Bedazzle your book at Neighborhood Reads in Washington. Bring your own book from home, or buy a book from the store to bedazzle. The store will have all the supplies needed to decorate your book.
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Thursday, April 9
Want to learn more about small towns across the state and meet a local author? Then head to the Washington Public Library for the Friends Author Series with Author Caitlin Yager, who will sign copies of her book Small Town Missouri.
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Friday, April 10
Head to New Haven for a BBQ Pop-Up by Josh Lang. Josh will pick a menu, make it on site and it all happens on the Pinckney Bend Distillery patio. The event is from 4-7 p.m., or until the food sells out.
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Saturday, April 11
Kids and families are invited to free train rides aboard the mini train at Grant Station Park in Union. The rides will be from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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Saturday, April 11
Head to Lost Hill Lake in St. Clair for an evening of community, camping, a potluck, and breathwork.
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Saturday, April 11
Attend a black light bingo fundraiser event at St. Clair KC Hall. The funds will benefit St. Clair elementary and Murray schools. In addition to bingo, there will also be a silent auction.
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Saturday, April 11
Crooked Creek Beef in Pacific is hosting an Animalpalooza event from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Saturday, April 11
Gateway Kite Club will be at Veterans Memorial Park in Union from 1-4 p.m. for Union MO Kite Fest. The whole family is invited to the park to watch professional flying demonstrations by the Gateway Kite Club.
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Saturday, April 11
Get a Makers Camp Preview at Vibrant Minds in Washington from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. This preview is based on one of Vibrant Minds’ summer camp themes, Makers Week. During Makers Week, students will design, build, create, and solve problems using new, different, and recycled materials.
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Saturday, April 11
The Smiley Face Project will have a spring craft and community garden day, in St. Clair which will be an outdoors and community focused event. There will be local vendors that will be selling a variety of items such as baked goods, handmade crafts, art, as well as live music and planting a variety of food and herbs to make a community garden that will accessible for free for those in need. The event is from 12-5 p.m.
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Saturday, April 11
Bring your ride, grab some coffee, and chat with other car enthusiasts at Cars & Coffee at St. Peters UCC in New Haven. All makes and models welcome, just swing by between 8 and 11 a.m. to check out the rides in the parking lot behind the church.
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Saturday, April 11
The first Catawissa farmers market of the year is happening on Saturday. Find a list of the local vendors and more on Facebook.
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Saturday, April 11
In honor of summer coming up, go to a trivia night in Sullivan with a road trip theme. The event is at the Sullivan Eagles Hall and begins at 7 p.m.
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Saturday, April 11
Head to Hoffmann Hillermann Nursery to build your own carnivorous bog garden that mimics the plants natural environment to encourage healthier plants.
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Saturday, April 11
The Sullivan Athletic Club is hosting a Reptiles, Oddities, and More event. The event is from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and will feature vendors and more.
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Saturday, April 11
The Franklin County Humane Society is hosting a vaccination clinic for pets.
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Saturday, April 11
Head to East Central College for a free evening of stargazing. Join other stargazers at the lower parking lot at dusk. Bring your viewing equipment and chairs to enjoy the experience.
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Sunday, April 12
Tri-County Community Senior Center is hosting a Spring Fling Dance from 2-5 p.m. Admission is $10 per person and the event includes a live band, light snacks, water, tea, lemonade, and attendees may BYOB. Tickets are not being sold in advance, so purchase them at the door. And don’t forget to dress to impress.
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Road Trippin’
Take a little road trip to some of these events happening within a short drive of Franklin County.
Tuesday, April 7
Countryside Farm & Market in Cuba is hosting a Plant & Sip event and attendees will create their own potted flower arrangement.
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Friday, April 10
Defiance Ridge Vineyards is hosting a Lord of the Rings trivia night beginning at 6 p.m. Test your knowledge of Tolkien with trivia specific to the books and the movies.
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Friday, April 10
The spring daddy daughter dance called The Enchanted Lantern Ball is happening at Brookdale Farms in Eureka. Expect an evening of dancing, magical photos, and a fairy tale atmosphere, complete with a visit from Rapunzel.
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Saturday, April 11
The Bourbon Area Community Center in Bourbon is hosting a Route 66 Centennial Trivia Night, with funds raised to benefit the Bourbon High School Class of 2026. The fun kicks off at 6 p.m.
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Saturday, April 11
Step back into history with a guided tour of The Historic Daniel Boone Home. Experience an educational and inspiring journey through the lives of Daniel and Rebecca Boone as you explore what life was like on the early American frontier.
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Sunday, April 12
Prairie Barn Winery & Christmas Tree Farm in St. James is hosting a Marvel themed trivia event starting at 2:30 p.m. Come out to this trivia event that’s perfect for the whole family.
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Sunday, April 12
Frisella Nursery in Defiance is having teaching you how to craft a pesto made from wild ingredients found in your backyard. Attendees will learn how to identify and use common species such as henbit, dead nettle, and more.
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