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What’s Happening in Franklin County March 10 – March 16, 2025

Posted on by Amanda

Irish eyes are smiling this week, as there are a few St. Patrick’s Day focused festivities as well as other events happening this week around Franklin County.

Monday, March 10
Every Monday, head to The Tipsy Keg for Bingo Night. This free event includes prizes won during bingo, plus every Monday, enjoy half priced wings all day and happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. 
Find out more by visiting The Tipsy Keg’s Facebook page.

Wednesday, March 12
Bad Beats Dance Class is a fun way to get fit. This hour-long class will feature a blend of music genres and decades such as music from the 90s to present day, with dance moves that encompass Latin, jive, country, hip-hop, and more. Register here.

Wednesday, March 12
Every Wednesday is Karaoke Night at The Tipsy Keg. Belt out your favorite song, enjoy flash sales and drinks specials, plus happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. Kitchen is open until 9pm!
Find out more.

Thursday, March 13
As part of the continuing Dynamic Women Speaker Series at Liberty Hall in Washington, Dr. Danielle Angela, transformational coach, speaker, and money mindset expert, will guide attendees through the process of uncovering limiting financial beliefs and shifting toward lasting financial freedom and confidence.
Learn more and grab tickets.

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Thursday, March 13
Dine to Donate at The Tilted Skillet, all day on Thursday, March 13. For one day only, 10% of all dine-in sales will be donated to the Four Rivers Genealogical Society, a non-profit organization that helps preserve and share the rich history of our region.
Find out more.

Thursday, March 13
A second opportunity to play bingo is happening each week, with an additional Bingo Night at The Tipsy Keg each Thursday. Stop in for half priced wings, happy hour, and bingo. Prizes to be won with every game!
Learn more.

Friday, March 14
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, spend an evening with local all-female Celtic band The Divines. Their music celebrates Celtic heritage, while blending traditional instruments and heartfelt vocals. This ticketed event is sponsored by Four Rivers Arts Council and Liberty Hall Cultural Center. Music starts at 7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m. Bar will be open for drink purchases.
Get the ticket link and more information.

Friday, March 14
Come shake your booty to all of your favorite 90s and 2000s music at The Tipsy Keg! Drink and shot specials available all day.
Get all the details.

Saturday, March 15
Church St. between Locust and Main will be closed down for St. Patty’s Day fun in Union. There will be face painting, cookie decorating, a scavenger hunt, plus Red White and Brew Food Truck.
Get all the details.

Saturday, March 15
The St. Clair First Responders presents Beers, Bags, and Blues, an all-day event that includes a smoked chicken and ribs cookoff, cornhole tournament, music, dancing, plus 50/50 and live auctions. 
Get more details, including cost to enter the cookoff and tournament here.

Saturday, March 15
It’s market season! Head to the animal swap and farmers market event in Beaufort. The Franklin/Gasconade County Poultry & Animal Swap features items like fresh eggs, hatching eggs, honey, and typical farmers market items.
Find the time, location, and additional swap dates.

Sunday, March 16
If you’re looking to acquire a few small animals to get started on building your homestead, or to expand your existing one, you may want to visit the Eastern MO Small Animal Swap & Farmers Market in Union.
Learn more and find out all the swap dates this season.

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Grab a Cocktail and a Bite at Sip on Main in Union

Posted on by Amanda

A place that’s as ideal for date night as it is for an evening spent chatting with friends over drinks and appetizers, Sip on Main in Union offers the intimate setting of a cocktail bar you’d typically find in a city, right here in Franklin County.

Sip on Main bar. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

The space features warm, inviting lighting as well as a blend of textures like leather sofas, velvet seat coverings, and a beautiful wood bar that also serves as a centerpiece to the space. Although the overall aesthetic leans a bit on the upscale side, the fare is casual, delicious, and shareable.

Sip on Main is a cocktail bar, but there’s also a decent mocktail menu available. On a recent visit with a group of ladies, I had the establishment’s non-alcoholic Mule. The drink combines lime juice, honey, and ginger beer. The mocktail was balanced, not too sweet or tart, and refreshing, plus I loved that it was delivered to me in a copper mug, just like a traditional Mule that’s made with liquor.

Non-alcoholic Mule. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

For food, I sampled a number of delectable snacks, such as the Fry Board, an option dedicated to fry lovers and the indecisive alike. A tray of crispy, starchy goodness, the Fry Board features four types of fries: shoestring, curly, sidewinder, and sweet potato waffle, plus three dipping sauces. Although all were tasty in their own right, I liked the sweet potato fries best, since those aren’t often found on restaurant menus.

Another menu item I tried and really liked (much to my surprise!) were the fried pickles. While I like the taste of fried pickles, typically I’m the kind of girl that will tap out after one or two, since I usually find them too salty or just too…pickle-y to keep eating beyond those first few bites. One of the women in the group I was with ordered the fried pickles and I tried one, expecting to only eat that solitary fried pickle. However, I found them just right, not too salty nor was there an overwhelming pickle flavor, and they remained crispy long after they were served to us (we ordered a LOT of food on this visit so we could chat and nibble on the snacks throughout the evening).

My favorite item I had that evening was the BBQ Pork Belly Flatbread, a balance of salty, sweet, with a slight hit of spice. The flatbread is topped with chunks of pork belly tossed in barbecue sauce, sliced jalapeno and pineapple, melted pepperjack cheese, and topped with a drizzle of ranch. The flatbread crust was a pleasing texture, neither too crisp, nor too soft, and all the toppings just worked together to create a sort of umami magic that made me want to eat the entire flatbread, however, I summoned my willpower and ate half.

BBQ Pork Belly Flatbread. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

The Socialite recommends Sip on Main!

The details:
201 E. Main St., Union
siponmain.com
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What’s Happening in Franklin County March 3 – March 8, 2025

Posted on by Amanda

There’s a lot happening this week around Franklin County, Missouri.

Tuesday, March 4
Bad Beats Dance Class is a fun way to get fit. This hour-long class will feature a blend of music genres and decades such as music from the 90s to present day, with dance moves that encompass Latin, jive, country, hip-hop, and more. Register for the class.

Wednesday, March 5
Explore your creative side and choose from making a St. Patrick’s themed Highland 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. 
Find out more and register.

Photo via Brushin’ Whimsy’s Constant Contact Signup Link

Thursday, March 6
Stop by The Tipsy Keg from 6 to 9 p.m. to line dance, or just relax and take in the music and dancing with your favorite drink in hand, if that’s more your style. 
Find out more.

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Saturday, March 8
The third annual Shamwalk & Run event in Pacific will benefit MVR-III Bridge Foundation and Back to School Backpack Program. This St. Paddy’s Day themed run and walk will feature vendors you can visit before or after the race, as well as a Most Spirited Contest, 4 Leaf Clover Run, and Pot of Gold.
Find out more and sign up. 

Saturday, March 8
The Denim & Diamonds event in St. Clair will feature a Dolly Parton lookalike contest, exclusive offers from small businesses in the area, and giveaways. 
Get the full list of participating vendors. 

Photo via Denim & Diamonds’ Facebook Event

Saturday, March 8
Happening at Winehouse 66 in Pacific, Nibbles & Sips is a thoughtfully curated appetizer and wine pairing class designed for both discovery and enjoyment. The first half of the experience will feature a guided tasting of four expertly selected wines, each paired with a small bite to enhance its flavors.
In the second half, relax and enjoy a social grazing session—grab a glass or bottle of your favorite wine to share, savor the appetizer pairings, and enjoy great company in a welcoming atmosphere.
Register for this event.

Saturday, March 8
Tickets to the Washington pub crawl include a coolie cup and a participant shirt, which allows ticket holders to access  specials at the 15 area participating pubs, free shuttle service and scavenger hunt.
Find out more.

Saturday, March 8
Ladies, Littles, & Lattes + GRPC is a group that aims create a welcoming, safe, and clean environment for children to play alongside their caregiver and peers in the community. The Garden Gala fundraiser is set in a stunning garden backdrop and guests will enjoy dinner, entertainment, and four-hour open bar. Don’t miss this opportunity to mingle, engage in meaningful conversations about the organization, bid on exclusive items in the silent auction and learn how your support can make a difference.
Purchase tickets and find out more.

Photo via Garden Gala’s Facebook Event
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Get Your Caffeine Fix at Little Ireland Coffee in Pacific

Posted on by Amanda

If you’re looking for a place to get your caffeine fix in Pacific, stop by Little Ireland Coffee. This adorable coffee shop features lots of windows to let in natural light, ample seating, a cozy nook at the back of the shop that has soft seating options as well as high-top tables perfect for group or solo work, book clubs, and study groups.

Although the shop offers a fair selection of teas and other drinks, I’m all about coffee. Here, and at all coffee shops, I typically get an iced latte, unless it’s really cold out. And the shop serves Park Avenue Coffee Roasters beans, which is one of my favorite regional coffee roasters as I find the flavor of their coffee to be smooth and never bitter.

Iced and hot lattes and a cinnamon roll. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

In addition to the drinks and the welcoming atmosphere at the coffee shop, I often like to treat myself to a little something to go along with my latte. One of my favorites are the cinnamon rolls, which are everything you want in such a treat: sweet, soft, and gooey, especially when you ask the barista to warm it slightly before serving.

Video credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz
The cozy nook near the back of the coffee shop features a soft seating area.

There’s also a selection of pastries, muffins, scones, and cookies. If you’re looking for something a bit more filling, the shop offers a number of breakfast burritos, bagels, egg bites, and biscuits and gravy. And if you want to indulge a little, but still stay on track with your protein and healthy eating goals, pronuts, or protein donuts, which are made by The Kind Kitchen, are often available at Little Ireland Coffee.

The Socialite recommends Little Ireland Coffee!

The details:
125 N. 1st St., Pacific, MO.
littleirelandcoffeeshop.com
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