On this day in 1962, John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth, aboard Friendship 7.
Locally,
Fowler Bonan Foundation kicked off the 5th Annual “Together We CAN” Canned Soup Drive this Valentine’s Day. During the season of love, Southern Illinois is coming together to show its big heart! This year, organizers are hoping to spread even more love throughout the region by collecting cans of soup to benefit neighbors in need. The drive will run until April 14, with a goal to surpass a past impressive record of 53,000 cans of soup. For more information on how to get involved, or to learn how your business can serve as a drop-off location or sponsor, please contact the Fowler Bonan Foundation at fowlerbonanfoundation@gmail.com or by calling 618-926-3062.
In Harrisburg, The River Oaks Quail & Upland Game Alliance Chapter hosts their annual banquet on Saturday, March 8th at 5pm. All ages are invited to enjoy dinner, door prizes, fundraisers and more at the American Legion Hall. Call Daniel Cullers at 618-926-5078.
The Illinois State Museum (ISM) announces the March 15 opening of "Here, There: New Perspectives on the Collection," a guest-curated exhibition featuring modern and contemporary artworks by Illinois artists, in its second-floor galleries at its Springfield location. For more information, contact the Lockport Gallery at 815-838-7400 or go online. Admission is free.
Save the date for the 26th Annual Taste of Chocolate! April 12th, 2025, at Walker's Bluff Casino Resort 6PM - 9PM (Doors open at 5PM). Live & silent auction, dinner, & an array of chocolatey treats to benefitting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
