Calendar
Thursday, April 26
? The Fayette County Retired Teachers meet at 10:30 a.m. at Ponderosa Steakhouse in Vandalia. All retired teachers in Fayette County are invited.
? The Evans Public Library's Homeschool Group meets from 1-2 p.m. Anyone interested in joining the group should contact Shawna Sprague at the library, 283-2824.
Friday, April 27
? Evans Public Library in Vandalia will hold a Fantastic Friday at 4 p.m. Children up to age 10 are invited to listen to stories and make pinwheels. Registration is required; to register, call the library, 283-2824.
? Bingo is held at Crawford-Hale American Legion Post 95 home. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and bingo begins at 7 p.m.
? A Nar-Anon meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at Northside Christian Church, 1845 W. Jackson St., Vandalia.
? The Family YMCA of Fayette County Leaders Club will hold a Parents Night Out-Nerf Wars Edition for children ages 5-12 this Friday night at the YMCA. The event includes an open gym for dodgeball and other sports, G- and PG-rated movies and a concession stand with pizza, candy, drinks and popcorn. Parents Night Out runs from 5:30-9 p.m. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m., but parents can pre-register their children at the YMCA or online at fayetteymca.com. The cost is $15 per child, and $5 for siblings.
? "Movies Under the Stars," provided by State Farm agent Clint Simpson and sponsored by the Vandalia Lions Club, begins at dusk at the Vandalia Lions Club pavilion at Vandalia Lake. The first movie is "Wizard of Oz," followed by "The Incredibles" on May 18. Snacks and soda will be available for purchase.
Saturday, April 28
? National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Old drugs may be dropped off at the Vandalia Police Station, in the locked, slotted box in the lobby. Anyone unable to drop off drugs can call the National Road Interpretive Center, 283-9380, for pickup by a Vandalia Woman's Club member between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. April 28.
? WJLY Christian radio, 88.3 FM, is holding a nonprofit benefit auction dinner at Hosick's barn northwest of Vandalia. Doors open at 5 p.m. for a silent auction and fellowship, followed by an elegant dinner and live auction. Auction items include an AR-15 Ruger, 9mm Ruger, spa day passes, airplaine trip over Lake Shelbyville, four pair of Cardinals tickets with hotel and dinner certificates, 250 gallons of propane and gift cards to local restaurants. Tickets for the pork loin dinner are $25 each and can be purchased by calling 423-2082 or going online to wjly.org.
Tuesday, May 1
? A Christian Ladies Breakfast Club meets at 9:30 a.m. at Denny's in Vandalia. The breakfast is open to all women interested in Christian fellowship. For more information, contact Faye Watson at 267-8487.
? The Vandalia Rotary Club meets at noon at Ponderosa Steakhouse.
? The Fayette County Hospital Auxiliary meets at noon in the hospital conference room. Members need to attend.
? The Grandparents/Relatives Raising Children Support Group meets from 1-2 p.m. at Evans Public Library in Vandalia. The support group meets monthly and provides support, education and access to additional resources, including financial assistance.
Wednesday, May 2
? Bingo is held at the Vandalia Moose Lodge, starting at 7 p.m., with Lightning at 5:30 p.m.
Friday, May 4
? Bingo is held at Crawford-Hale American Legion Post 95 home. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and bingo begins at 7 p.m.
? A Nar-Anon meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at Northside Christian Church, 1845 W. Jackson St., Vandalia.
Saturday, May 6
? Evans Public Library in Vandalia will hold a dog story at 10 a.m. Children of all ages are invited to listen to stories and make a craft.
In the Future
? Friends & Families of Fayette County Hospital will hold their annual Heart & Sole 5K Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, May 12, with registration from 7-7:45 a.m. and an 8 a.m. start time. The event begins at the Vandalia Shrine Club, East 2000 Ave. The entry fee is $25, and those registering by this Saturday are guaranteed an event T-shirt. Mail registrations and entry fees to: Mary Halford, Race Director, 2816 Bear Creek Drive, Vandalia, Ill. 62471. Make checks payable to Friends & Families of Fayette County Hospital. For more information, contact Halford at 283-4010.
