Have breakfast with the Easter bunny, try your hand at wine bingo, or hear live music performed by local bands, plus more events happening around Franklin County this week.
Wednesday, April 16 Take a rejuvenating break in the middle of the work day with a floating nidra yoga session at Present Moment Yoga in Washington. Attendees will rest in the trapeze while being guided through a meditation. The class is limited to six attendees. Learn more and get the ticket link.
Thursday, April 17 Break up the week with a round of wine bingo at Triple 3 Vineyard in Washington. There’s no need to register for the event, just grab your friends and head to the winery for some fun. Learn more.
Friday, April 18 The Jaycee Pavilion in Union will host breakfast with the Easter Bunny at 9 a.m. and an egg hunt to follow immediately after at 9:45am. Have breakfast and get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. Please bring your own camera and basket. Egg hunt is for children ages 1 to 7 years old. Get the details.
Photo via Union Parks & Recreation Department’s Facebook page.
Friday, April 18 Stop by Blondie’s Breezeway in St. Clair for live music on the patio, performed by Danny & Lloyd. Blondie’s Breezeway serves food and cocktails, and often shares its menu specials on its Facebook page. Visit their Facebook page to find out more.
Friday, April 18 Soul Refresh, a new health, wellness, and beauty-based business located in downtown Washington, is having a two-day grand opening celebration. There will be discounts and door prizes, including free sessions. Find out more.
Saturday, April 19 Day two of Soul Refresh’s two-day grand opening celebration continues with discounts and door prizes, including free sessions. Find out more.
Saturday, April 19 Main Street in Sullivan will be filled with a variety of merchants, vendors, and food.. This will be the first flea market of the year, and the event will run from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Get all the details.
Saturday, April 19 Head to N-Sports Rec Center in Washington for crafts and a photo with the Easter bunny from 1 – 3 p.m. Learn more.
Saturday, April 19 First Baptist Church in Sullivan is hosting an Easter Egg hunt at 10:30 a.m. The fun is taking place behind the church at the elementary school. Find out more at the Facebook event.
Saturday, April 19 Barbecue and music just go together! Stop by Brown Jerry’s Blues, Brews, & Barbecue in Pacific to hear Jeremiah Johnson perform live, beginning at 7 p.m. Learn more at the Facebook event.
Easter is getting closer and there’s lots of egg hunts happening throughout Franklin County. There’s also a trail run, karaoke, and even an Easter event for dogs! Check out all that’s going on this week.
Tuesday, April 8 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, April 9 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,April 10 Head to the St. Clair Elks Lodge for an Artmazing Paint Nite event, open to teens and up. Unleash your inner artist to create your very own Celtic Trinity Tree. The process will be guided by talented instructor Diana. Enjoy beverages and limited bar food, available separately for cash purchase. Get all the details, plus the ticket link.
Friday, April 11 Take a break from dyeing eggs and stuffing baskets with candy to join First Christian Church of Washington for an unforgettable Easter experience complete with fun, games, and music! Easter Jam is a FREE, fun, memorable, family-centered celebration around the Easter story. Learn more and register.
Friday, April 11 Get ready for an egg-citing evening of adventure at the Teen Easter Egg Hunt at Pacific City Park. Round up your friends and head to the park for an after-dark egg hunt where you’ll have the chance to win awesome prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time hunter, this event is guaranteed to be a blast. Tickets are $10. Get more details and the ticket link at this Facebook event.
Friday, April 11 Belt out your favorite tunes at Sip on Main’s karaoke night. The fun is going down at the establishment’s event room. Find out more by visiting the bar’s Facebook page.
Friday, April 11 The Legacy Leadership Foundation will host its annual prom event at The Historic John B. Busch Brewery Event Center. This celebration is for area homeschool high school students, as well as their parents. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:15 p.m. After dinner, there will be dancing and the event will have a DJ, a photo booth, and snacks. At 9:30 p.m., Seniors will be honored and have their senior/parent dance. Find out more and get the ticket link.
Saturday, April 12 Keep the trail miles rolling in 2025 with your choice of a 10k or 20k Trail Run through one of eastern Missouri’s most beautiful locales, the Shaw Nature Reserve in Gray Summit. The 10k loop course features a little bit of everything trail running has to offer: from grass meadows to gravel hiking paths, rocky single-track to dirt roads, steep cliffs to rolling hills, and even a boardwalk above a lily-filled lake! Tackle it twice if you feel like doing the 20k! Find out more and purchase tickets.
Saturday, April 12 This Easter Egg Hunt is free and welcome to all without registration. For children ages 1-10. Hunt begins at 9 a.m. sharp. The hunt takes place on the midway soccer field at the Fairgrounds in Washington. Parking is in front of the Amphitheater. Eggs will be hidden in the field and children will be grouped according to age. Don’t forget to bring your baskets! Learn more.
Saturday, April 12 Sisterchicks Flowers featuring Goddess Gowns invites you to customize your own unique corsage, boutonniere, or bouquet to make prom night even more unforgettable! Attendees can enjoy complimentary snacks and refreshments as designers guide you through pre-ordering the PERFECT prom accessory. Learn more.
Saturday, April 12 Franklin County Sports Club (FCSC) is excited to host its first-ever Open House at the Union Library! This is a special event to bring our community together and introduce its board of directors, coaches, and club leadership. Learn about FCSC’s mission, vision, and values, discover its goals for growing soccer in Franklin County, get details on sponsorship opportunities and how you can support our young athletes, hear all about the June tryouts and plans to kick off the inaugural season in August 2025. Get more details.
Saturday, April 12 The City of St. Clair is hosting a community Easter Egg Hunt at Orchard Park. The hunt begins at 11 a.m. There will be complimentary water, hot dogs, and chips donated by First Baptist St. Clair, while supplies last. Find out more by visiting this Facebook post.
Saturday, April 12 Come visit with the Easter Bunny then hunt over 6,000 eggs at the Harney Mansion in Sullivan. This free event starts promptly at 11 a.m. Age divisions are 1-3, 4-7 & 8-12. Adults can only assist in the 1-3 division. Get more details at the Facebook event.
Saturday, April 12 New Haven’s annual short film festival is happening at The Walt. Attendees will watch a series of short films throughout the festival and then the audience will vote for their favorite films once all films have been viewed. Concessions and drinks are available for purchase at event. Downtown New Haven offers several local places to eat and drink before or after the film fest. Purchase tickets.
Sunday, April 13 This ticketed Easter event includes dog treat filled eggs scattered around 3 yards for your hound to track down! Bring your pups dressed in their best Easter outfits! There will be an egg hunt, photos with the Easter bunny, and a booth with Puppy Pals Pet Shop set up with goodies, treats, and Easter pet wear. Find out more and get the ticket link.
Typically each Monday morning I create a post highlighting things to do around Franklin County for the week, and while I am still sharing some events, today I’m starting this article with a list of ways to help those in our community who need a hand due to the storms that hit our region on Friday, March 14.
If you know someone in need, or you’re looking for ways to help through donating items, below is a list of businesses that are collecting items for those in need. This is by no means an exhaustive list, and I don’t claim to know every organization, business, or individuals who are helping out, however, I am sharing what I’ve seen posted on Facebook.
And, since things can change rapidly, including what kind of donation items may be needed, I have included a link to each organization or business Facebook page so anyone interested in helping can connect with them directly.
Blessings Are Miracles is a non-profit organization that helps provide everyday essentials to those who need it.
The Competitive Edge Fitness in Union is offering free hot showers for anyone affected by the storms on Monday, March 17, regardless of if they’re a member of the gym or not. The gym is open to the public from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Stacked Coffeehouse in Villa Ridge has been collecting donations for those in need during business hours. View the shop’s Facebook for more details.
The Novel Nook in Washington while not open to the public yet, is serving as a drop-off site for donations. Since the store isn’t open just yet, definitely reach out via phone or Facebook to coordinate a drop-off time.
Project Linus of Franklin & Crawford County is an organization that collects new blankets for children in need. If you would like to donate new blankets to Project Linus, reach out to them to get details on what they need and to find a drop-off location.
Now, here’s the list of the events happening around Franklin County this week.
Wednesday, March 19 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 20 Stop in to The Tipsy Keg Bingo Night for half priced wings, happy hour, and bingo. Prizes to be won with every game! Follow The Tipsy Keg on Facebook for more details.
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Friday, March 21 Head to The Washington Coffee Shop for the shop’s monthly Open Mic Night. Come out as a spectator or step up to the mic to share your talent with the community. Find out more at this Facebook event.
Saturday, March 22 Learn the most effective ways to provide everything your plants need to grow and thrive at the Feeding Your Plants Workshop at Hoffmann Hillermann Nursery & Florist in Washington. Reserve your spot.
Saturday, March 22 The 25th Annual Spring Bluff Dinner Auction is put on by the Spring Bluff Educational Foundation as a fundraiser to raise funds for the Spring Bluff School District. The community is invited to join in this fun filled night held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Sullivan. Learn more.
Saturday, March 22 Put on your grooviest outfit and head to The Tipsy Keg! They’ll have a 70s playlist, disco ball and a costume contest. Karaoke starts at 9 p.m., Costume Contest awards are at 11:30 p.m. for 1st and 2nd place prizes. Take advantage of specialty cocktail deals, Tequila Sunrise $5 and Long Island $6 Get more details at the Facebook event.
Here’s a list of what’s happening around Franklin County this week.
Tuesday, Feb. 25 Visit the Arby’s in Union to dine out and help a wonderful organization to raise money. When you mention Project Linus when ordering, a portion of the proceeds from your order made on Tuesday, Feb. 25 at the Arby’s in Union will benefit Project Linus of Franklin County. Projectlinus.org makes and collects NEW handmade blankets for kids in need.
Tuesday, Feb. 25 If you’re looking for a fun way to get fit, Bad Beats Dance Class is an hour-long class that features 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, Feb. 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.
Photo via Franklin County Silent Book Club’s Facebook group
Thursday, Feb. 27 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.
Saturday, March 1 Attend the 12th Annual Sip & Sample at the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Sullivan to sample wines, beers, spirits, and hors d’oeuvres, enjoy live entertainment, partake in a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and more all while supporting an amazing cause. The event will benefit The Covering House, an organization that provides refuge and restoration for sexually exploited and trafficked children and teens. Learn more and purchase tickets.
Saturday, March 1 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.
Sunday, March 2 There’s another animal swap and farmers market event on Sunday, 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.
Editorial note 2/25/25: this list of events has been updated to reflect a notice posted on Facebook by Legacy Leadership Foundation announcing the Legacy Gala scheduled for March 1 has been canceled.
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