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Hope Animal Rescues Game Night Trivia
2026-01-17 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Madison County Firemen’s Hall, 9510 Collinsville Rd, Collinsville, IL, 62095, United States
Hope Animal Rescues of Godfrey is hosting Game Night Trivia January 17 at Madison County Fireman’s Hall in Collinsville! Doors open at 6 p.m. and the fun begins at 7 p.m. Dress as one of your favorite game characters or pieces and play for prizes with trophies in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place! The evening will feature emcee Jay Myers, a silent auction, 50/50 raffles, a heads or tails game, and Mel’s Famous grab bags.
Tickets are $20 for single players or $200 per team of 6-10 players – reserve your table HERE! or get tickets at the door.
*Food and snacks are welcome but no outside alcohol- draft beer is included while it lasts or until the 7th round- whichever comes first! A cash bar will also be open.
All proceeds benefit the dogs at Hope Animal Rescues!

TMSM Chamber Business Before Breakfast
2026-01-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Seabright Yoga, 2 Professional Park Dr Suite C, Maryville, IL, 62062, United States
Join the Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber at Seabright Yoga in Maryville for Business Before Breakfast January 21 from 8:30-10 a.m. Have a light breakfast, listen to speaker Heather Kapp or NAMI Southwestern Illinois, and enjoy a relaxing networking opportunity! The topic of Heather’s presentation is: stigma-free workplaces.
*Register HERE!

Gateway Wedding Show
2026-01-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Gateway Convention Center, 1 Gateway Drive, Collinsville, IL, 62234, United States
The Gateway Wedding Show features many different vendors that can help brides, grooms, & event planners personalize their upcoming special event!
For the couples that just got engaged, or the event planners just starting off, the show will feature everything they need. For those who are just looking for fresh ideas and inspiration, there will be plenty of new ideas on display.
The Gateway Wedding Show takes the stress out of planning your next event! In just a few hours, you can meet more vendors than you could visit in a month. We bring you a face-to-face sampling of virtually everything you’ll need to plan your perfect event!

FREE Admission, just Pre-Register at Gateway Wedding Show, Starts on Thursday, Jan 22nd 2026, 5:00pm CDT – Purplepass

Vendor Spots Available!!

Event Timeline:4:30pm – Lobby and Small Business Tables Open5:00pm – Main Exhibit Hall Open Some Grand Prize Drawings Cake Dive Fashion Show Grand Prize Drawing9:00pm – Show Ends

TMSM Lunch & Learn
2026-01-28 11:30 - 13:00 | Beckemeier LeMoine Law, 408 West U.S. Hwy 40, Ste. 201, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Join Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber Jan. 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for Lunch & Learn with speaker Will O’Brien at Beckemeier LeMoine Law in Troy. The topic is Sexual Harassment Training.

Why You Should Take Advantage of Our Free Sexual Harassment Prevention Training:
Illinois law requires all employers to provide annual sexual harassment prevention training—but it’s more than just a legal box to check. This free training helps protect your organization, strengthen your workplace culture, and ensure your team understands their rights and responsibilities. Taking advantage of the Chamber’s complimentary session saves you time, ensures compliance, and gives your employees practical guidance for creating a safer, more respectful workplace. Certified completion certificates will be provided.

Attendees supplytheir own lunch

*Register HERE!

TMSM Creating Business Connections Lunch
2026-02-03 11:30 - 13:00
Troy Maryville St. Jacob Marine Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Creating Business Connections lunch at Time Out Sports Bar & Grill in Troy on February 3 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

The menu will include chicken parmesan, broccoli con pasta, mozzarella sticks, garlic bread sticks, and salad.

Preregistration tickets are $15 or $18 at the door

Creating Business Connections (CBC) is the first Tuesday of each month (excluding holidays) from 11:30am to 1:00pm. This event is an opportunity to enjoy lunch, network and build relationships. The fee ($15 pre-register or $18 at the door) includes lunch and a drink.

Darren Bailey for IL Governor & Lt Governor Aaron Del Mar Fundraiser
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Press House, 113 E Clay St, Collinsville, IL, 62234, United States
Darren Bailey Candidate for IL Governor & Lt Governor Aaron Del Mar. Fundraiser Hosted by Mary Drumm

Cake Picnic at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ Each participant will bring a cake to share! The library will provide tea and hot cocoa! Join us for a fun time of conversation and cake.

Play Group at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 0 – 5 Join us for a morning of fun and friendship. We’ll start with 20 minutes of music, rhymes, and dancing, followed by 40 minutes of free play in our age-appropriate activity centers. Little ones can explore, learn, and socialize, while caregivers connect with other families. Come join the fun!

Mrs. Barbour's Book Buddies at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 4 – 8 Join Mrs. Barbour on the third Thursday of each month as you read a few books and participate in a craft!

Kindermusik at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-13 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 0 – 5 Kindermusik® is a music based education program that uses music to help children learn. Kindermusik® classes provide a playful, nurturing environment where children can learn by singing, moving, playing instruments, and listening to stories. Meets in person at the library.

Zumba at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ Join us for a fun and energetic Zumba class led by our certified instructor, Cheri. This one-hour class is the perfect way to get moving, boost your energy, and meet new friends. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, all skill levels are welcome.

Yesterday Once More: Songs from the 60s and 70s
2026-02-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ Join Air Force veteran and Troy resident Kathy Hahn Feb. 13 at Tri-Township Public Library for “Yesterday Once More: Songs from the 60s and 70s”. This musical tribute celebrates the iconic female vocalists and Girl Groups of the era. A seasoned performer with credits ranging from musical theater (Hello Dolly, Fiddler on the Roof) to the jazz band The Philosophers, Kathy brings a lifetime of vocal expertise and a diverse repertoire to the stage.

Movin' and Groovin'
2026-02-14 09:15 - 10:15, 2026-02-21 09:15 - 10:15 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ Whether you like oldies music, dancing, or want to get more fit, join our exercise class. This low impact aerobic dance class includes warm-up, cooldown, balance, and stretching.

Slow Flow Yoga at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ Allow yourself to embrace the soothing rhythm of deliberate movement. Slow Flow will intentionally slow down the pace, allowing you to connect more deeply with your body and breath. This class is all-levels and accessible with the use of props encouraged.

Story Time at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 0 – 5 Our story time is fun for all little ones. We have stories, songs, and dances to start children’s day off with some fun. 30 minutes of songs and a story, then play at our activity centers.

Movin' & Groovin' at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States

Cookbook Club at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ This month, we’re heading to the ranch as we dive into the recipes of Yellowstone: The Official Dutton Ranch Family Cookbook. Whether it’s a hearty breakfast fit for a cowboy or a decadent dessert from the lodge, pick a dish that speaks to you and bring it to our next gathering. Don’t forget to select a recipe, make it at home, and then bring it to share!

LEGO Club at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 3 – 12 Do you love building with Lego bricks? Each month we’ll introduce a different theme, turn you loose on the library’s Lego collection to build something awesome, and let you show off your creation in our display case!

Anime Club at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 11 -18 Anime Club is a community where young enthusiasts can come to explore and appreciate Japanese animation, culture, and storytelling. Join us while we watch anime or read and draw Japanese artwork with snacks!

Spinning Yarns at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ Spinning yarns is a social gathering for our knit and crochet community. Join us to exchange ideas in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Evening Crafters Guild at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Group: 20 – 50+ Join us each month for an evening of creativity and community. Every session will feature a new crafting focus led by our staff, with all the supplies and guidance you will need to make something special. Patrons are welcome to dive into the monthly craft or bring their own projects to work on while enjoying a relaxed and social atmosphere. Music, shows, or movies will play in the background, creating the perfect time to step away from daily responsibilities, unwind, and connect with fellow crafters.

Book Sale at Tri-Township Library
2026-02-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Tri-Township Public Library District, 209 S Main St, Troy, IL, 62294, United States
Suggested Age Range: 20 – 50+ The Friends of the Library hold book sales to benefit the library. Sales consist of donated materials and items range in cost from ten cents to two dollars.
