ON THIS DAY in 1885 Mark Twain publishes the "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" in the US.
Locally,
In Mt. Carmel, Wabash Valley College (WVC) Originators are hosting a series of fun and engaging events at Warrior Grill this Spring. The next community-centered gathering is coming up this weekend. You’re invited to Murder Mystery & a Meal. Friday at 6pm and Saturday at Noon and 6pm. See today’s almanac for more information. https://cur8.com/26009/project/127989
Murder Mystery & Meal
February 21st, 6pm
February 22nd, 12pm & 6pm
Cost: $20 with limited seating
For additional details and ticket information, contact Carla Cadwalader at cadwaladerc@iecc.edu.
In Carbondale, Celebrate Black History Month with a hands-on family building night! Explore interactive stations featuring Legos, magnet tiles, and more, while learning about inspiring Black innovators. Feb 27 5:30-7pm at Carbondale Public Library. Find more information at https://carbondalepubliclibrary.org/
The American Red Cross is conducting two blood drives next Thursday, February 27th. One at Crainville Baptist Church from 1 to 5pm and another at St. Joseph Memorial Hospital from 2 to 6pm. Donors can help save a life in just an hour. Visit www.redcrossblood.org for more information or to schedule an appointment.
The Egyptian Area Agency on Aging continues to offer a Memory Café at the First Presbyterian Church in Carterville every other Thursday from 9am-11am. For anyone wanting information on the Memory Café, upcoming health promotion classes, vaccine clinics, or any other service question related to older adults or caregivers, you can call our office at 618-985-8311 or your local senior center.
