While the hot weather is likely to stick around a while, summer activities are starting to wind down over the next two weeks, with the final community fairs happening this week and next. If you can’t get enough of the midway rides, tractor pulls, entertainment, and fair food, then head to Owensville this week for the Gasconade County Fair and WashMo next week for the Washington Town and Country Fair.
Other events happening include several free family-friendly and Back to School events like the Sullivan Fire Station Open House that will include bounce houses and a chance to get a close up view of fire trucks, as well as the Kids Day event at St. Clair VFW, and the Back to School and Free BBQ event held by Blessings Are Miracles at the Sullivan VFW.
And, in communities near Franklin County, you’ll find more fun things to do, like an American themed pub crawl and Balloon Glowdeo, both happening in Eureka. Bourbon enthusiasts will want to head to Hermann for the 4th Annual Missouri Bourbon Festival featuring over two dozen distilleries, as well as food trucks, and more. Also in Hermann, the Chief Mason Griffith Foundation is hosting a single-day fundraiser that will include local businesses and vendors, with funds raised going toward creating a First Responder tribute mural in Hermann.
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Various dates and times
Cinema 1 Plus in Washington is having a few special movie events throughout the summer. There are kid films series that are $2 a viewing, as well as a flashback cinema series, which offer a second chance to catch a classic flick on the big screen.
Find out more on Facebook.
Various dates and times
Great 8 Cinema in Union and Sullivan 6 Cinema are also featuring a special kids summer film series that kicks off mid-May and runs through late August. Additionally, the admission is $2, and there are $5 value combos available.
Get details on Facebook.
Multiple days
The USDA Summer Food Service is partnering with the Washington Public Library to help area families to provide food service beginning Monday, June 29 and continuing on every Mondays until public school starts. The food service includes 7 days of breakfast and lunch, with fresh fruit, vegetable, and dairy. This service is for families with children ages 1-18. Pickup is at the Washington Public Library on Mondays between 4-6 p.m.
Get more info.
Multiple days
Scenic Regional Library and Foundations for Strengthening Families are partnering to help area families with summer food service beginning Monday, June 29 through Monday, August 17. The service will provide one week’s worth of breakfast and lunch items for kids, available while supplies last. Food pickup will be in each library branch’s parking lot and pickup times and days vary by each branch.
Find pickup days and times.
Tuesday, July 28
The St. Clair Branch of Scenic Regional Library is hosting a Children’s Theatre Dino Academy event at 1 p.m. Featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that stomp, roar and charm their way into every heart, this show blends science, storytelling and imagination in the style of your favorite nature programs.
Reserve your spot.
Tuesday, July 28
To celebrate 50 years of service, the Sullivan Fire Station 1 is having an open house from 4-6 p.m. This event will include lots of family fun like chances to get an up close view of the trucks, meet firefighters, and there will be food available for purchase by MK BBQ and Scoopzys ice cream.
Get more details.
Thursday, July 30
Award-winning naturalist Mark H.X. Glenshaw aka “The Owl Man” will give a talk at the Washington Public Library on how to find an owl in your neighborhood. Mark has studied Great Horned Owls in Forest Park since 2005, and at this presentation Mark will tell you which owls you are most likely to see or hear in your neighborhood, where and how to look for them, and what to listen for.
Find out more.
Thursday, July 30
Head to Liberty Hall in downtown Washington to meet co-founder of Humans of St Louis Lindy Drew and explore the art of storytelling one photo and one story at a time through the lens of the HOSTL photo documentary team.
Learn more and purchase tickets.
Friday, July 31
Rooster Jones will play at New Haven American Legion from 5-8 p.m. as part of the organization’s ongoing America 250 concert series.
Get more info on Facebook.
Saturday, Aug. 1
Ladies, Littles, and Lattes is hosting its Third Annual Community Market Day from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Franklin County Resource Center. Shop from area vendors and find food and drinks from food trucks.
Learn more.
Saturday, Aug. 1
The St. Clair VFW will be the site of Kids Day, put on by Action Riders. Bring the whole family out for a day of fun that includes bounce houses, bubbles, a dunking booth, and more. The event is from 12-5 p.m.
Get more info on Facebook.
Saturday, Aug. 1
Blessings Are Miracles is hosting its 3rd Annual Back to School and Free BBQ event. The fun kicks off at 11 a.m. and lasts until 3 p.m. Everything is first come first serve, but expect to find free BBQ and school supplies at the covered pavilion at the Sullivan VFW.
Learn more.
Sunday, Aug. 2
Lost Hill Lake in St. Clair is hosting an open lake day. The event gives the public a chance to swim or fish in the lake, hike in the trails on the property, or just hang out. The event is from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and cost is $10 per person.
Get more info.
Wednesday, Aug. 5 – Sunday, Aug. 9
Perhaps it’s fitting that Franklin County’s largest fair closes out the season. The fair happens at the Washington Fairgrounds and features several days of fair fun including rides, a classic car show, livestock and 4-H exhibits, vendors, food and drinks, and musical performances from national acts.
Get more info.
Thursday, Aug. 6
Head to Scenic Regional Library St. Clair Branch for an evening of Mixtape Music Bingo. Test your knowledge of classic party tunes at this fun, free event that begins at 6 p.m.
Spots are limited, register now.
Thursday, Aug. 6
Scenic Regional Library Sullivan Branch is having a free sewing class for beginners from 5:30-7 p.m. Attendees will learn the basics of using a sewing machine while creating a simple project. Class is limited to seven attendees, call the branch to reserve your spot.
Reserve your spot.
Friday, Aug. 7
Steve Leslie will perform at New Haven American Legion from 5-8 p.m. as part of the organization’s ongoing America 250 concert series.
Get more info on Facebook.
Saturday, Aug. 8
The lower parking lot at ECC is the gathering place for a free monthly stargazing event. Bring your own lawn chairs and stargazing equipment such as telescopes or high powered binoculars.
Learn more.
Saturday, Aug. 8
The MG Car Club Cruise is rolling into the Red Cedar Inn Museum & Visitor Center in Pacific from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Spend a few hours admiring beautiful classic British sports cars and be sure to stop inside the museum and explore the exhibits while you’re there.
Get more info.
Road Trippin’
Take a little road trip to some of these events happening within a short drive of Franklin County.
Multiple dates from June – August
Brookdale Farms in Eureka is having Camp Brookdale, a summer camp event for kids. This screen-free day camp event will give kids an outdoor, adventure themed experience all summer long.
Learn more.
Tuesday, July 28
Head to Owensville the day before the Gasconade County Fair kicks off for a free antique tractor pull.
Get more info on Facebook.
Wednesday, July 29 – Saturday, Aug. 1
The 79th Annual Gasconade County Fair in Owensville will feature demolition derbies, livestock shows, concerts, car shows, and of course fair concessions, carnival rides, and more.
Find out all the details.
Friday, July 31
The American Pub Crawl in Eureka is a veterans charity event with over half a dozen establishments participating in the crawl, happening from 4-10 p.m., you won’t want to miss this fun night.
Learn more.
Friday, July 31 & Saturday, Aug. 1
Brookdale Farms is hosting its annual Balloon Glowdeo event. It’s part rodeo, part balloon glow, and 100% fun. Find live music, inflatables for kids, food trucks, a petting zoo, balloon glow, and a professional rodeo competition.
Find out more.
Friday, July 31
St. James Winery continues its outdoor film series called Movie Night in the Gardens with a showing of the 80s classic flick “The Goonies.” The movie begins at dusk and themed food and drink will be available for purchase.
Get more details.
Friday, July 31
Test your knowledge of the wonderful world of wizarding with the Harry Potter trivia night at Prairie Barn Winery & Christmas Tree Farm in St. James.
Learn more.
Saturday, Aug. 1
Flow at the Spring with Rachel, a free outdoor yoga class at Maramec Spring Park in St. James at 8 a.m.
Park entry fee applies to attend class.
Saturday, Aug. 1
The 4th Annual Missouri Bourbon Fest is happening at Copper Mule Distillery in Hermann. This year’s event will be better than ever with 26 distilleries, several bourbon industry vendors and 5 food trucks. The VIP ticket package has been upgraded and we’ve added a new venue for the General Admission attendees to get out of the sun and enjoy beer, wine, and spirits.
Get your tickets.
Sunday, Aug. 2
The Chief Mason Griffith Foundation is hosting a community event to continue to raise funds for the First Responder Community Mural from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Get more details on Facebook.
Saturday, Aug. 8
Celebrate the fourth anniversary of Prairie Barn Winery & Christmas Tree Farm in St. James with a day filled with live music, hayrides, wine, yard games, BBQ, and more.
Learn more.
Sunday, Aug. 9
Head to Brookdale Farms in Eureka for the Wedding Bridal Show Open House from 1-3 p.m.
Find out more.
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