
Know of upcoming events in the Collinsville, Maryville, Troy, Marine and St. Jacob area that should be included in Whirlocal Collinsville – Triad?
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Here are the happenings this weekend.
Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser- A Beacon of Light
When: Saturday, August 23, 8am
Where: Colten’s Steakhouse, 5 Eastport Plaza Dr, Collinsville
Come enjoy a delicious breakfast and support the life-affirming mission of A Beacon of Light Pregnancy Help Center. The buffet includes eggs, bacon, fried potatoes, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, coffee, and juice.
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Basic Horse and Animal Care
When: Saturday, August 23, 9:30am
Where: Willoughby Heritage Farm, 631 Willoughby Ln, Collinsville
Come join us and meet, interact, feed, and learn more about our farm animals in this fun, hands-on and theory class. Learn about the various types and breeds of farm animals, what they provide for the farm, the daily care, nutrition, grooming, and more!
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Meditation Meetings
When: Saturday, August 23, 10am
Where: Collinsville Memorial Library, 408 W. Main St Collinsville
Meditation will help you learn how to be in the present moment, focus your attention, and understand that true happiness comes from within.
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Chess Workshop
When: Saturday, August 23, 2:30pm
Where: Collinsville Memorial Library, 408 W. Main St Collinsville
Learn how to play, then learn tactics and concepts. All ages and skill levels! A special lesson from an expert player followed immediately by our Weekly Chess Meet.
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4th Annual Glow at the Park
When: Saturday, August 23, 5pm
Where: Drost Park Maryville
Join us at beautiful Drost Park for an unforgettable evening of light, love, and community as we honor cancer survivors and remember those we’ve lost. Glow at the Park is a luminary-filled tribute designed to inspire hope, healing, and connection.
As the sun sets, the park will begin to glow with hundreds of luminary bags — each one a symbol of strength, remembrance, and resilience.
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Free Movie- The Thunderbolts
When: Saturday, August 23, 6pm
Where: Crossings Church of Collinsville, 2002 Mall St Collinsville
The Crossings Church Collinsville presents REEL TRUTH CINEMA. Featuring one night only Thunderbolts*! Free movie snacks, candy, and drinks are available for this event.
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The Scrappy Junk Journal
When: Saturday, August 23, 1pm
Where: Tri Township Public Library District, 209 S. Main St. Troy
Come make a junk journal with us! A Junk Journal is a handmade book of recycled and found materials and ephemera.
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Sourdough Discard: Bagels
When: Saturday, August 23, 10am
Where: Tri Township Public Library District, 209 S. Main St. Troy
Don’t toss that sourdough discard! Turn it into something amazing! Join us for a hands-on workshop where we’ll unlock the delicious potential of your sourdough discard by making yummy bagels!
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Bubble Bash- Back to School
When: Sunday, August 24, 3:30pm
Where: Troy Methodist Church, 407 Edwardsville Rd, Troy
We will meet in the fields behind the church and wear swimwear/old clothes!
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Christmas in August Rigid Heddle Weaving
When: Sunday, August 24, 10:30am
Where: Christina MacMorran Fine Art, 112 W. Market, Troy
It’s never too early to start thinking about PLAID and the holidays! Join Jill Kettler in the studio for a day of holiday prep as you learn all about weaving while creating this festive and fun table runner or, make it a festive scarf!
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Restorative Yoga
When: Sunday, August 24, 4pm
Where: WholeBody Physical Therapy, Running and Yoga Studio, 406 West US Highway 40, Troy
We calm the mind with guided deep breathing and meditation to activate the parasympathetic nervous system & allow us to be present and still
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Featured Places
The Crossings Church Collinsville
2002 Mall St
Collinsville, Illinois 62234
(636) 442-2778
Willoughby Heritage Farm
631 Willoughby Ln
Collinsville, Illinois 62234
(618) 977-0941
Collinsville Memorial Public Library
408 W Main St
Collinsville, Illinois 62234
(618) 344-1112

WholeBody Physical Therapy, Running, & Yoga Studio
406 US-40
Troy, Illinois 62294
(618) 967-5539