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What’s Happening in East Central Missouri Nov. 3 – 9, 2025

This week there’s Ladies Night Out events, ways to give back to the community, craft fairs, and much more.

Thursday, Nov. 6
Head to Dahlia Cafe in Union from 4-8 p.m. for Dine to Donate Night. Whether you dine in or take out, a portion of every purchase will benefit the United Way — helping support vital programs right here in our community.
Find more info.

Photo via Dahlia Cafe’s Facebook event.

Thursday, Nov. 6
Ace Hardware in Sullivan is hosting a Ladies Night. Catch store-wide sales, giveaways, and more.
Get more info.

Friday, Nov. 7
The Washington Public Library is hosting a Family Sushi Class. Learn to use a sushi mat, work with sticky rice, and choose your own ingredients (vegetarian options and no raw fish). A fun experience for the whole family.
Pre-registration is required.

Friday, Nov. 7
Head to Sullivan to come together as a community and stock the shelves of the Meramec Community Mission. Monetary donations are welcomed as well as food donations.
Get more info.

Friday, Nov. 7
Glittering Grapevine will be teaching beginner friendly line dancing lessons for free at The Office Bar & Grill in Washington.
Find out more.

Friday, Nov. 7
Lang-A-Tang Cafe & Catering is hosting a Grand Opening event to celebrate moving into its new home.
Learn more.

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Saturday, Nov. 8
Crooked Creek Beef in Pacific is hosting a special Farm & Craft Market. Find local honey, farm fresh eggs, tallow skincare products, fresh sourdough and other baked goods. There will be a bounce house, face painting, games, and more.
Get more details.

Saturday, Nov. 8
Head to New Haven for a Chili Supper to benefit the local schools. The event will include food, a kids carnival, raffle, silent auction, and pie auction.
Get more info.

Saturday, Nov. 8
The 2nd Annual Holiday Craft Show is happening at Immaculate Conception School in Union.
Get more info.

Saturday, Nov. 8
Support local athletes by joining the Pacific Sports Club for their second annual Music Trivia Night and Karaoke.
More info.

Saturday, Nov. 8 & Sunday, Nov. 9
Union Middle School is hosting a Craft Fair.
Find out more.

Road Trippin’

Take a little road trip to some of these events happening within a short drive of Franklin County.

Tuesday, Nov. 4
Ladies Night at Red Door & Lillian Grace in Rolla will feature special sales, permanent jewelry, appetizers and drinks, and more.
Find out more.

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Friday, Nov. 7 – Sunday, Nov. 9
Experience the best parts of fall one more time at Fall Farewell Fest at Brookdale Farms in Eureka. Shop end-of-season pumpkin deals, sip hot cider, and enjoy all your favorite fall activities before saying goodbye to fall and hello to winter fun.
Learn more.

Friday, Nov. 7 & Saturday, Nov. 8
Fall Campfire Nights continue at Brookdale Farms in Eureka.
Get more info.

Saturday, Nov. 8
November is National Novel Writing Month, and aspiring and established authors will race to complete a 50,000 word novel from Nov. 1 – 30. The Rolla Public Library is hosting Novel November Writer’s Drop In events on Saturdays in November.
Get more details.

Saturday, Nov. 8
Smith Valley Event Barn in Salem is hosting a Holiday Market. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping at this event that will run from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Find out more.

Saturday, Nov. 8
Meditate with the vision of the wild mustang archetype, a symbol of freedom and resilience, at Mindful Living Coaching’s day retreat in Marthasville.
Get more info.

Saturday, Nov. 8
Downtown Rolla will have a Veterans Day Parade to honor the men and women who have served our country.
Learn more.