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After a long winter and a rough start to spring, we’re finally moving into that time of year where there’s lots going on, from outdoor events and festivals to trivia and game nights, and much more. Here’s what’s happening around Franklin County this week.

Thursday, April 24
The first Sunset at the Riverfront of the year has arrived and this is your chance to enjoy a family-friendly event filled with music, food, and drinks at the Riverfront in downtown Washington.
Get more details.

Thursday, April 24
Meet St. Louis author, Joan Fernandez at this author event at Neighborhood Reads. Joan’s new book, Saving Vincent tells the true story of how in the early twentieth century, a timid widow—and sister-in-law of Vincent van Gogh—Jo van Gogh takes on the male-dominated art elite.
Event is free, but RSVP to attend.

Friday, April 25
Gather your slightly terrible and more-inappropriate-than-average friends for a Cards Against Humanity tournament at Stacked Coffeehouse in Villa Ridge. Teams of up to 4-6 for will battle until the bitter end with prizes throughout the night.
Get the ticket link and more details.

Friday, April 25
Belt out your favorite tunes at Sip on Main’s karaoke night. The fun is going down inside the establishment’s event room.
Find out more by visiting the bar’s Facebook page.

Friday, April 25
The WashMo BBQ & Bluesfest kicks off at 5 p.m. Friday with music and the BBQ & Brews Tasting event.
Get all the details.

Friday, April 25
The first Union Farmers Market of the season is this week! Drop by the market (at the lower parking lot near the sports fields at ECC), from 4 to 7 p.m. and shop local vendors, farmers, and food provided by Hot Tamales.
Learn more.

Saturday, April 26
Celebrate Independent Book Store Day at Neighborhood Reads in Washington! This event will include food, coffee, giveaways, story time, and more.
Visit Neighborhood Reads on Facebook to learn more.

Photo via Neighborhood Reads’ Facebook page.

Saturday, April 26
Drop by the cafeteria at New Haven Elementary School to peruse area vendors, makers, and get a bite to eat. Food will be provided by Lang-a-Tang Cafe, and attendees will have the chance to purchase homemade baked goods, sourdough, and items like t-shirts, lanyards, and more.
Get the details on Facebook.

Saturday, April 26
The WashMo BBQ & Bluesfest continues from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Find the full schedule of music and more.

Saturday, April 26
The third annual P-Town Pub Crawl is happening in Pacific. This ticketed events grants you access to a shuttle that will take you to the eight different establishments taking a part in the crawl.
Find out more.

Saturday, April 26
Fass Motorsports is hosting Dyno Day, and attendees can watch dozens of trucks hit the dyno, enjoy some food, and check out the show room! This event features a free truck show, free food and drinks, and dozens of rowdy diesel trucks.
Find out more at the Facebook event.

Saturday, April 26
The St. Clair VFW is hosting a craft fair as well as an egg hunt. The event is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the egg hunt happening at 10 a.m.
Find out more.

Sunday, April 27
The final day of WashMo BBQ & Bluesfest begins at 10 a.m. and wraps up at 4 p.m.
Learn more.

Here’s a few things that are happening around Franklin County over the next week.

Wednesday, Jan. 22
The Franklin County Silent Book Club is hosting its monthly meeting at underGROUNDS Espresso Bar in Washington. The event is open to all, since attendees can bring a book of their choosing and join fellow readers at the coffee shop. Attendees are asked to purchase a beverage before sitting down to read in companionable silence. After the designated reading time, there’s an opportunity to chat with others in attendance, or continue reading.
Find the event time and venue address.

Thursday, Jan. 23
Whether you want to brush up on your moves, or are a line dancing novice, you’re invited to attend the line dancing class at the Tri-County Community Senior Center in Pacific. The class is free, but donations are appreciated.
Learn more.

Saturday, Jan. 25
Put on your dancing shoes and head to the VFW Post 2661 in Washington to attend the Wash MO Blues Society’s Membership Appreciation Ball. All are welcome to attend the society’s annual membership appreciation, which will feature live music by the Jeremiah Johnson Band.
Get all the details.

Photo via Wash MO Blues Society’s Facebook event

Saturday, Jan. 25
The Pacific Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual dueling pianos show and dinner event, Pianos for a Purpose, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Tri-County Community Senior Center’s parking lot project. Ticket price includes dinner and the piano show, and a cash bar will also be available at the event.
Purchase tickets and get all the details.

Sunday, Jan. 26
Coffee lovers won’t want to miss the tasting event at Stacked Coffeehouse in Villa Ridge, starting at 9 a.m. Attendees will try coffee blends that are perfectly paired with a grazing board designed to elevate the coffee flavors. Find out more and purchase tickets.

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