Benld Adopt-A-Pet, is in URGENT need (one bag left) of Purina One Sensitive Skin & Stomach Salmon for Dogs. Product can be dropped off at our shelter located at 807 Stewart Road in Benld, or you may call 217.835.2538 or 217.891.0502 for pick-up or more information.

What: Vietnam Veterans Day

When: Wednesday, March 29th @ 4p

Where: Staunton VFW Post 1241, 120 East Henry 

Etc: gun salute ceremony, taps, free food for veterans.  

hosted by Staunton VFW Post 1241 & American Legion 362

Who: Macoupin County Farm Bureau Young Farmer Committee 

What: free screening of "Rancher Farmer Fisherman"

When: Thursday, March 30th @ 7p

Where: Marvel Theater, 228 West Main Carlinville

Etc: Free admission, soda & popcorn.

to register: 217-854-2571  

Who: Litchfield Knights of Columbus Council 699

What: Lenten Fish Fry

When: Friday, March 31st 5p-7p

Where: Holy Family Parish Center, 211 East Columbia St.

Etc: Drive thru service only. Fish, fries & slaw $12 , sandwich $7

What: Raymond Fish Fry

When: Friday, March 31st 4:30p-6:30p

Where: Raymond KC Hall, 510 East Sparks 

Etc: Fried fish, potato wedges, baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw & cake

$13 or 2 for $25. 10 & under $7, preschool - Free for indoor dining only

Dine in, drive-thru, carry out  

Who: Hillsboro Knights of Columbus 

What: Take Out Only Fish Dinners 

When: Friday, March 31st 4:30p-7p

Where: St. Agnes Catholic Church, 217 East Tremont, Hillsboro

Etc: $10 two pieces of fish, baked beans, slaw and dessert.   

Who: Lincolnwood Drama Club 

What: Disney's The Little Mermaid  

When: Friday, March 31st @ 6:30

Saturday, April 1st @ 6:30p

Sunday, April 2nd @ 2p 

Where: Lincolnwood Jr/Sr High School Auditorium,

507 North Prairie, Raymond

Adult $8, Pre-K - 12th grade $4

The HSHS St. Francis Foundation and its agriculture committee will host a Farm Family event on Friday, March 31, 2023, at Lincoln Land Community College in Litchfield. The event is free and open to all farmers and their families who reside in Macoupin and Montgomery counties.

Complimentary health screenings will be available from 7-9 a.m. and will include a comprehensive blood profile that screens for anemia, infection, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, thyroid, liver, prostate, and kidney function; a skin cancer screening; an oral cancer screening; a hemoglobin A1C check; and hearing and blood pressure checks.

Pre-registration is necessary for the screenings and may be made by contacting Crystal Lilley, HSHS St. Francis Hospital, at 217-324-8564 by March 29.

The day’s activities start with a hearty breakfast buffet, compliments of Litchfield Family Practice Center, beginning at 7:45 a.m.

At 8:15 a.m., Eric Snodgrass will discuss “The Wild Side of Weather.” Snodgrass is an atmospheric scientist with Nutrien Ag Solutions. He will highlight weather features to watch for in the 2023 growing season. Spencer Janssen, manager of Litchfield Farmers Grain, will offer his perspective on the grain markets and answer questions regarding grain marketing.

Following their presentations, the event will conclude with the presentation of the St. Isidore Friend of Agriculture award, a special recognition award, and drawings for door prizes.

What: Litchfield VFW Fish Fry 

When: Friday, March 31st 5p-8p

Where: Litchfield VFW #3912 , 215 West Ryder 

Etc: Meals $10 Menu: Catfish/pollock, ribeye, chicken strips or shrimp 

Sides: fries, coleslaw and dessert. Sandwiches also available.   

Who: Carlinville Knights of Columbus

What: Fish Fry

When: Friday, March 31st 11a-1p & 4p-7p

Where: American Legion Hall, 544 Ramey, Carlinville

Etc: $10, dine-in or carry out. Serving shrimp, river fish and white fish.

What: Gillespie Fish Fry

When: Friday, March 31st 4p-? 

Where: New Gillespie Fire House,

formerly Cavallo Bus Garage, Route 4 North 

What: Fish Fry

When: Friday, March 31st 5p-til sold out 

Where: Carlinville Moose, 801 Pine 

Etc: Fish, fries & hush puppies, $10

dine-in or carryout  

Who: Bunker Hill Fire Department 

What: Fish Fry

When: Friday, March 31st, 5p-8p  

Where: Bunker Hill Municipal Building, 801 S. Franklin

Etc: $12 dinner & drink, $12 8 piece butterfly shrimp 

Menu: catfish fritters, white fish, buffalo shrimp, butterfly shrimp,

potato salad, coleslaw, hush puppies, french fries 

What: Staunton Fish Fry 

When: Friday, March 31st 4p-7p

Where: Staunton VFW, 120 East Henry   

Etc: White Fish, Catfish Fillet, Shrimp or Chicken strips 

sides: coleslaw, baked beans, mac & cheese or fries

$11 per meal, $9 chicken strips. Dine in or carryout. 

What: Market Days 

When: Saturday, April 1st 8a-3p

Where: 106 North Side Square , Carlinville 

Etc: Easter Bunny will make a special appearance 

at the Gazebo on the square 11a-1p   

What: Hee Haw Hootenanny 

When: Saturday, April 1st  @ 7p, Doors @ 6p

Where: St. Paul's United Church of Carlinville

Etc: Variety show featuring comedy and musical acts 

cake and beverages served and silent auction  

Who: Litchfield Senior Citizens Club

What: Free Senior Dance

When: Sunday, April 2nd 5p-8p

Where: Litchfield Community Center, 1100 S. State

Etc: Bennie & the Amigos providing music.    

What: Litchfield Community Blood Drive

When: Tuesday, April 4th 11a-5p

Where: Litchfield Moose Lodge, 221 N Madison

Etc: co sponsored by First National bank of Litchfield

What: Bridge the Gap Fundraiser Meal

When: Wednesday April 5th 5p-7p

Where: St. Louis Catholic Church, 311 South Elm, Nokomis 

Meal: mostaccioli, garlic bread, salad, dessert Drive thru only!

Proceeds to Nokomis Public Library & Nokomis-Witt Ambulance Service  

Who: Litchfield Knights of Columbus Council 699

What: Lenten Fish Fry

When: Friday, April 7th 5p-7p

Where: Holy Family Parish Center, 211 East Columbia St.

Etc: Drive thru service only. Fish, fries & slaw $12 , sandwich $7

What: Raymond Fish Fry

When: Friday, April 7th 4:30p-6:30p

Where: Raymond KC Hall, 510 East Sparks 

Etc: Fried fish, potato wedges, baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw & cake

$13 or 2 for $25. 10 & under $7, preschool - Free for indoor dining only

Dine in, drive-thru, carry out      

What: Litchfield VFW Fish Fry 

When: Friday, April 7th 5p-8p

Where: Litchfield VFW #3912 , 215 West Ryder 

Etc: Meals $10 Menu: Catfish/pollock, ribeye, chicken strips or shrimp 

Sides: fries, coleslaw and dessert. Sandwiches also available.   

Who: Carlinville Knights of Columbus 

What: Fish Fry

When: Friday, April 7th 11a-1p & 4p-7p

Where: American Legion Hall, 554 Ramey, Carlinville

Etc: $10, dine-in or carry out. Serving shrimp, river fish and white fish.

What: Gillespie Fish Fry

When: Friday, April 7th 4p-? 

Where: New Gillespie Fire House,

formerly Cavallo Bus Garage, Route 4 North 

What: Good Friday Fish Fry

When: Friday, April 7th 11a-7p

Where: 101 1st Street, Shipman 

Who: Bunker Hill Fire Department 

What: Fish Fry

When: Friday, April 7th, 5p-8p  

Where: Bunker Hill Municipal Building, 801 S. Franklin

Etc: $12 dinner & drink, $12 8 piece butterfly shrimp 

Menu: catfish fritters, white fish, buffalo shrimp, butterfly shrimp,

potato salad, coleslaw, hush puppies, french fries 

What: Staunton Fish Fry 

When: Friday, April 7th 4p-7p

Where: Staunton VFW, 120 East Henry   

Etc: White Fish, Catfish Fillet, Shrimp or Chicken strips 

sides: coleslaw, baked beans, mac & cheese or fries

$11 per meal, $9 chicken strips. Dine in or carryout. 

What: Annual Spring Bird Walk 

When: Saturday, April 8th 7a-9a

Where: Bremer Sanctuary, 194 Bremer Lane, Hillsboro

Etc: Dress for the weather, light breakfast after hike.

open to the public, cancelled if raining. 

What: Hillsboro Blood Drive

When: Tuesday, April 11th 10a-3p

Where: Fusion Gym, 1210 East Tremont 

Schedule: http://bloodcenter.org

What: Staunton Elementary School Pre-K Screenings

When: April 11-14 

Where: Staunton Elementary School, 801 Deneen 

Etc: For info, call 618-635-3831

What: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Dinner

When: Saturday, April 1st, 11a-1p

Where: Masonic Lodge, 257 N Broad, Carlinville 

Etc: drive thru service 

What: Litchfield Blood Drive

When: Friday, April 14th 9a-2p

Where: Litchfield High School, 1705 N State 

Schedule: http://bloodcenter.org  

What: Community Work Day

When: Saturday, April 15th, 9a-11a

Where: Bremer Sanctuary, 194 Bremer Lane, Hillsboro 

Etc: public workday to pull weeds, spread mulch, clean up area. 

for more info: bremersanctuary.com       

What: Annual Woodland Wildflower Walk

When: Saturday, April 15th 1p-3p

Where: Bremer Sanctuary, 194 Bremer Lane, Hillsboro 

Etc: Dress for the weather, light snacks served, open to the public 

What: Swinging For Simmy 

When: Saturday, April 15th @ 8a

Where: Indian Springs Golf Course,

21347 IL Route 185, Fillmore

Etc: 4 Person, 18 hole scramble.

all proceeds go to the family of Simeon Huber,

who is battling a rare form of Leukemia.

more info: 217-538-2392   

Who: Nokomis Christian Missionary 

What: 25th Anniversary Open House 

When: Saturday, April 15th 10a-1p

Where: Nokomis Christian Missions,

118 South Spruce, Nokomis  

Etc: refreshments and special sales 

What: Pork Chop Cookout

When: Friday, April 21st 11a-2p

Where: Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge,

903 South Main, Hillsboro    

What: Earth Day Celebration Open House 

When: Saturday, April 22nd 10a-1p

Where: Bremer Sanctuary, 194 Bremer Lane, Hillsboro

Etc:  kids games & crafts, barn tours, trail walks and birdwatching 

more info: bremersanctuary.com   

What: Spaghetti Dinner

When: Sunday, April 30th, 11a-2p

Where: Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge, 

903 South Main, Hillsboro 

Amateur Radio License Class to be held in Carlinville Illinois in May Learn what Ham Radio is all about! Ham operators around the world talk every day, in over 350 different countries on all 7 continents. Anyone interested in obtaining a Ham Radio License from the FCC can take advantage of a course being offered by the Macoupin County Radio Club K9MCE in partnership with the Carlinville Area Hospital. The Amateur Radio Class is scheduled for Saturday morning from 8 a. m. until noon on May 6th and May 13th. You must pass a FCC test to get your license. There will a testing session held following the noon session on the 13th so students can test right here in Carlinville. Plan on attending the K9MCE Club meeting on Wednesday April 5th at 7 p.m. to learn what you will need and how to be successful in getting your FCC issued Amateur Radio License. The Macoupin County Radio Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7pm in the Macoupin County Board Room on the Second Floor of the Macoupin County Jail everyone is welcome to attend and learn more about the ham radio hobby. Currently, there are over 30,000 amateur radio operators in Illinois and room for 1000's more. This area has a linked repeater system which allow radio operators to talk 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year with other ham operators in Illinois and Missouri. The first step in getting on the air is to obtain a Technician Class license. There are opportunities in getting an advanced license above Technician that folks can advance their operating skills and give them access to many more modes of operation including High Frequency or HF long distance around the world access. Anyone with questions can reach out to N9LQF, Jim Pitchford of Girard at 217-670-5777 or at N9LQF@ARRL.NET to receive more information.

What: Pork Chop Cookout 

When: Friday, May 19th 11a-2p

Where: Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge, 

903 South Main, Hillsboro