Weather permitting, here’s what’s happening around Franklin County, Missouri this week.
Wednesday, Feb. 19 Explore your creative side and choose from making a St. Patrick’s themed Highlander cow or a Mardi Gras painting at a paint night held at Sip on Main in Union. Included in the ticket price is a pre-traced canvas, plus $5 off food/drink at Sip on Main for that evening. *UPDATE* Due to snow, this event has been rescheduled to March, 5. Find out more and register.
Thursday, Feb. 20 through Sunday, Feb. 23 Escape the ordinary at the area’s newest brewery and winery, Fugitive Bluff Brewery and Winery, located in Berger. The opening weekend festivities will include food, beer, and wine. *UPDATE* Due to snow, Fugitive Bluff has postponed its opening and may open Saturday and Sunday. It is expected to announce its opening plans on Facebook on Friday, Feb. 21. Find out more.
Photo via Fugitive Bluff Brewery and Winery’s Facebook
Friday, Feb. 21 Do you write poetry, can you deliver a joke with impeccable comedic timing? Are you a singer or musician? All are welcome to share their talent at The Washington Coffee Shop’s Open Mic Night. Or, maybe sitting back with a coffee or tea in hand taking in the music or spoken word of the guests is more your thing. Either way, stop by the coffee shop for an entertaining evening. Learn more.
Saturday, Feb. 22 The same great food and music you’ve come to love at the summertime CajunFest is being held this year indoors in February. The Cajun Night event will feature live music from from Dennis Stroughmatt with Creole Stomp. Find out more.
Normally I only share a week’s worth of events each week, but with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, this post featuring Franklin County events will run for about two weeks, through the holiday weekend.
And, as a reminder, if you want to know what events are coming up in advance, be sure to check out the calendar here on the website. It’s located on the right side of the home page when viewing on desktop, or scroll to the bottom of the home page to find the calendar when viewing the website on your mobile device.
Tuesday, Feb. 4 Drop in to The Washington Coffee Shop from 8 to 9 a.m. for Coffee With a Cop. The event offers a chance to get to the know officers in your neighborhood, ask questions, or voice concerns. More details.
Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz
Thursday, Feb. 6 Regan Caruthers, author of Tragic Magic, will speak about the transformative power of cultivating an inner life at Liberty Hall in Washington. Drawing from her personal journey and themes in her memoir, Regan will share insights on connecting with higher wisdom, embracing divine love, and fostering profound healing. Learn more and grab your ticket.
Thursday, Feb. 6 Dine to Donate, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Johnny’s Restaurant in Union. The eatery will donate a percentage of sales towards assisting Union Police Officer Kevin Williams, who was involved in an on-duty accident, and the Williams Family, at no extra cost to guests. Find out more.
Thursday, Feb. 6 The Tipsy Keg will rearrange the tables in its dining area to make room for a dance floor. From 6 to 9 p.m. stop in to line dance, or just sit back with your drink of choice and watch others boogie. Find out more.
Photo credit: via The Tipsy Keg’s Facebook
Friday, Feb. 7 Scenic Regional Library’s Pacific Branch is hosting a local art show. This hour long evening event is free to attend and is co-hosted with amazing local artist Rex Batson. Find out more.
Saturday, Feb. 8 Held at The Historic John B Busch Brewery Event Center in Washington, the Chicken & Beer Dance promises an evening of good music, dancing, and tasty food! Shotgun Creek will perform live, while the venue will provide some fried chicken. Guests should bring sides for their table to enjoy. No outside drinks are allowed, but the bar will be open. Get all the details and tickets.
Saturday, Feb. 8 Support a local American Legion while having fun playing bingo! Win prizes during the game and join in a glow dance party after bingo. All proceeds from this ticketed event benefit the Union American Legion Post 297 and local community causes. Find out more and get tickets.
Saturday, Feb. 8 Create an adorable planter that will include a vining succulent plant growing into a heart shape. A staff member will lead this class and help you with planting and care tips. Find out more and reserve your place.
Photo credit: via Hoffmann Hillermann Nursery & Florist’s Facebook
Sunday, Feb. 9 Cheer on your favorite team at a Super Bowl BBQ event! Enjoy pork steaks, half-chickens, and wings prepared by area grill masters and side makers at Washington Lions Club. Find more information and ticket pricing.
Wednesday, Feb. 12 Blondie’s Breezeway in St. Clair is offering a mid-week Valentine’s Dinner. The four-course menu features an appetizer, soup, entree, and dessert selection, along with a cocktail made by your sweetie! Two seatings are offered, at 5 and 7 p.m. Reservations are required. Find out more.
Photo credit: via Blondie’s Breezeway Kitchen & Cocktail’s Facebook
Thursday, Feb. 13 The St. Clair Elks Lodge is hosting an Artmazing Valentine’s Paint Nite event. Receive step-by-step guidance during the entire painting process and go home with a finished painting. Get tickets and find out more.
Thursday, Feb. 13 – Saturday, Feb. 15 Oak & Front Kitchen + Bar is hosting a multi-course prix fixe menu just in time for Valentine’s Day. The special menus are perfect for couples or friends celebrating Galentine’s, and are taking place Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, with two seatings each day. Space is limited, reserve your spot.
Friday, Feb. 14 The Tipsy Keg is hosting a special Valentine’s Dinner from 5:30 to 9 p.m., as well as an Anti-Valentine’s Party Night beginning at 9 p.m. Find out more details about each event.
Saturday, Feb. 15 Liberty Hall’s Cultural Center will be the site for a fun, Valentine’s weekend themed movie event. Guests can take in a private showing of the movie “50 First Dates” on the big screen while enjoying drinks and a four-course meal inspired by cuisine in the film. Food provided by The Nest Cafe. Learn more and grab tickets.
Sunday, Feb. 16 Don your most festive, Wonderland-inspired attire and attend the Mad Hatter’s High Tea at Stacked Coffeehouse in Villa Ridge. The ticketed event includes a four-course tea service, a grazing table, activities, and a prize for best dressed. Get tickets.
Here’s what’s happening around Franklin County, Missouri this week.
Friday, Jan. 31 Enjoy the music of Ben Peters, as well as a meal or drinks at 1869 Draft Room in downtown Washington. Learn more.
Saturday, Feb. 1 To celebrate National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day, Silver Spoon Ice Cream & Sweets will open all of its locations at 8 a.m. Guests are welcome to wear their PJs to the scoop shop! Learn more and get the address of the Franklin County storefront.
Saturday, Feb. 1 Nothing can cure the chill of winter like a bowl of chili or a dark beer, and luckily, Paddle Stop Brewery is hosting a Stoutfest and Chili Cookoff event. Ticket holders will receive a commemorative glass, six pours and samples of chili. Find out more and buy tickets.
Photo via Paddle Stop Brewery’s Stoutfest and Chili Cookoff Facebook event
Sunday, Feb. 2 Artmazing Event Co. is hosting a painting event at Muddy Banks Brewing Co. in Sullivan. Attendees will receive step-by-step instruction on how to create a painting. This event is open to all ages. Paint and supplies included in ticket price. Find out more and reserve your spot by purchasing tickets.
Here’s a few things that are happening around Franklin County over the next week.
Wednesday, Jan. 22 The Franklin County Silent Book Club is hosting its monthly meeting at underGROUNDS Espresso Bar in Washington. The event is open to all, since attendees can bring a book of their choosing and join fellow readers at the coffee shop. Attendees are asked to purchase a beverage before sitting down to read in companionable silence. After the designated reading time, there’s an opportunity to chat with others in attendance, or continue reading. Find the event time and venue address.
Thursday, Jan. 23 Whether you want to brush up on your moves, or are a line dancing novice, you’re invited to attend the line dancing class at the Tri-County Community Senior Center in Pacific. The class is free, but donations are appreciated. Learn more.
Saturday, Jan. 25 Put on your dancing shoes and head to the VFW Post 2661 in Washington to attend the Wash MO Blues Society’s Membership Appreciation Ball. All are welcome to attend the society’s annual membership appreciation, which will feature live music by the Jeremiah Johnson Band. Get all the details.
Photo via Wash MO Blues Society’s Facebook event
Saturday, Jan. 25 The Pacific Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual dueling pianos show and dinner event, Pianos for a Purpose, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Tri-County Community Senior Center’s parking lot project. Ticket price includes dinner and the piano show, and a cash bar will also be available at the event. Purchase tickets and get all the details.
Sunday, Jan. 26 Coffee lovers won’t want to miss the tasting event at Stacked Coffeehouse in Villa Ridge, starting at 9 a.m. Attendees will try coffee blends that are perfectly paired with a grazing board designed to elevate the coffee flavors. Find out more and purchase tickets.
Photo via Stacked Coffeehouse’s Coffee Tasting event
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