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What’s Happening in Franklin County March 24 – March 30, 2025

Posted on by Amanda

There’s a lot happening this week across Franklin County, including numerous ways to give back to our community through fundraisers, as well as fun and entertaining events like wine tastings, dance fitness classes, farmers and vendor markets, and much more!

Monday, March 24
Spring is here and it’s the perfect time for a wine tasting event featuring a variety of wines by Sunny With a Chance of Flowers, a brand with a line of zero-sugar, low-calorie, low-alcohol wines, sustainably farmed and produced by a family-owned winery in Monterey County, California. The event is happening at Winehouse 66 in Pacific. Tickets available in advance, or at the door the evening of the event.
Learn more.

Photo via Winehouse 66’s Facebook event page.

Tuesday, March 25
Groove to Give and dance for a cause at Vero Fitness in Pacific! This group fitness dance party is open to gym members and non-members alike and will help support tornado victims in our community! All proceeds of the $20 donation for the class will go to local relief efforts. Childcare will be provided. 
Learn more. 

Tuesday, March 25
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 at badbeatsdf.com

Wednesday, March 26
If you can’t make the Tuesday class, there’s an additional Bad Beats Dance Class happening on Wednesday evenings each week. Register for the class at badbeatsdf.com

Wednesday, March 26
The Franklin County Silent Book Club is hosting its monthly meeting at underGROUNDS Espresso Bar in Washington. Bring your book of choice, order a beverage, and sit and read in companionable silence, followed by a short period dedication to conversation, or continued reading.
Learn more.

Wednesday, March 26
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 27
Thirsty Thursdays are back across downtown Washington and Room for Art Gallery is one of many businesses participating in downtown Washington’s Thirsty Thursday event! The Gallery will host Oak & Front Kitchen + Bar for a wine tasting.
Find out more. 

Photo via Thirsty Thursday’s Facebook event page.

Friday, March 28
Learn how to make and use a sourdough starter, while also learning about sourdough’s amazing gut health benefits at this workshop that’s put on through Andy’s Produce in Washington.
Find out more and how to pay for the workshop.

Saturday, March 29
Dine to Donate at Little Ireland Coffee in Pacific, with a portion of proceeds benefitting baskets made for those going through cancer treatments at St. Luke’s Cancer Infusion Center. Get all the details.

Saturday, March 29
Patronize Scarlett’s Bar & Grill in St. Clair for a dine to donate event benefitting Devon McNew and his fight against cancer. The event will feature silent auctions, raffles, and live music performed by Devon. 
Find out more at the Facebook event.

Saturday, March 29
The Franklin County BackStoppers Dinner Auction is happening at the KC Hall in Washington. Learn more about the event at this Facebook event link.

Saturday, March 29
The Dueling Pianos Fundraiser in Union will feature Spanky Entertainment and will be a night of music and fun while raising money to help women in need in Franklin County.
Learn more and get tickets.

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Ad purchased by Freelance Services – residential architecture and design services.
“My goal is to make your home your castle.”

Sunday, March 30
Free for guests, attendees of the Spring Helling’s Farm Animal Swap and Farm Supplies event can expect to find vendors with farmers market and artisan goods, as well as small animals and farm supplies. Food and drink available for purchase.
Find out more.

Sunday, March 30
This is Kaleidoscope Consignment’s first farmers market and craft fair of the year and it’s expected to be a busy one! Find items from local artisans and crafters like local honey, handmade jewelry, Scentsy, delicious food, sourdough baked goods, and more.
Get more details.

Sunday, March 30
Skip purchasing eggs to dye or hide this year, and learn to crochet eggs that can be used year after year at Yarn Together in Washington. 
Register here.

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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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“My goal is to make your home your castle.”

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
Follow Little Ireland on Facebook

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The Kind Kitchen and Express Kiosk Provides Healthy Meal Options in Pacific

Posted on by Amanda

The Kind Kitchen & Express Kiosk is a Pacific-based business owned by Sam Mueller, a self-taught personal chef. While a big part of her business is offering healthy prepared meals to people, Sam is also passionate about partnering with other local small business owners and bringing the community together at events, like classes she leads where attendees can learn a new food-related skill.

I attended the most recent event, a charcuterie and wine pairing class held at Winehouse 66, a wine bar and event space in Pacific. The evening was fun, educational, and of course, delicious. During the course of the evening, myself and the other guests of the class sampled four wines that were paired with a charcuterie item that accompanied the wine. 

Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

After each pour, Natalie with Winehouse 66 shared details about the specific wine, while Sam delivered a charcuterie selection and explained the components in each selection. And since nothing can enhance a great wine like cheese, naturally, there were a lot of different cheeses. Everything from an amazing truffle cheddar to a soft, silky goat cheese, brie, and Manchego were present. Paired with the cheeses were savory bites like Genoa salami and capicola, to sweeter pairings such as dried apricot and blackberry jam.

Once the tasting portion was complete, we got started on making our own charcuterie boxes. Sam provided the delectable ingredients like olives, fruit, crackers, meat and cheeses, and demonstrated techniques, like how to make a salami rose, that helped us make Pinterest-worthy charcuterie boards in the class, and that’s a skill I know I intend to use in the future. Everyone who attended the class was able to take their charcuterie box home with them, except for people like me, who couldn’t resist snacking on it as soon as I’d assembled it to my liking and snapped a quick picture!

Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

More about The Kind Kitchen

While the events are a fun way to bring people together, most days you can find Sam preparing meals in a private commercial kitchen in Union. The selections vary from week to week, but they’re shared on the business’s website, where customers can pre-order their meals and pick up their orders at the kiosk, located inside the Beauty & Barber Bar salon at 203 N. First St., Unit 1B in Pacific. Customers that choose not to pre-order meals can also drop by the kiosk and pick up grab and go meals or snacks.

Options typically include a breakfast offering, such as breakfast bowls, entrees that can be eaten for lunch or dinner, like soups, bowls, and sometimes simple, yet healthy, selections like a protein and one or two kinds of vegetables. 

No matter the offerings, at the heart of The Kind Kitchen is the mission to provide meals that nourish the body through using fresh ingredients and a focus on healthy, protein-forward items that are as flavorful and delicious as they are nutritious. Protein is such an integral part of the menu, that Sam created a protein dessert option called pronuts.

The delightful treats are something you can feel good about eating, while also helping you hit your daily protein goals. As the name implies, pronuts are a protein donut that come in rotating flavors and are available at the kiosk, as well as at the nearby Little Ireland coffee shop. 

To find out more details about the menu offerings and ordering options, as well as any upcoming events or classes, visit The Kind Kitchen’s website or follow it on Facebook.