‘WHAT’S HAPPENING’ THIS WEEKEND

Olney Events

Courageous Hearts Cancer Support Group

  • When: Tuesday, May 20 | 6:00–7:30 PM
  • Where: Carle RMH Lower Level Conference Room
  • Details: Guest speakers Kayla Semple & Erin Dehart. Light meal included.
  • RSVP: Call 618-392-1668 or email Tiffany.Nix@carle.com

“Lawyer in the Library” – Olney Public Library

  • When: Tuesday, May 20 | 4:00–6:00 PM
  • Details: Free legal advice on civil matters. Appointments required.
  • Schedule: Call 618-392-3711 or visit olneypubliclibrary.org

Queen of Hearts Drawing – Olney VFW

  • When: Sunday | Drawing at 4:00 PM (tickets until 3:55)
  • Jackpot: Nearly $7,500 | Open to the public

Miss Richland County Fair Queen Info Meeting

  • When: Sunday | 2:00 PM
  • Where: Elm Street Christian Church, Olney
  • Details: Informational only – for interested contestants & a parent/guardian

Rolling Thunder IL Ch. #3 – Benefit Ride & Auction

  • When: Saturday | At the Olney VFW
  • Details: All are welcome. Support a great cause.

Trinity Preschool Open House

  • When: Saturday | 1:00–3:00 PM
  • Where: Trinity Lutheran Church, 5330 E Frontage Rd
  • Details: Meet the staff. Inflatables, refreshments, and info about preschool & Mom’s Morning Out programs.

First Assembly of God – Block Party

  • When: Saturday | 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Where: 2408 E Main Street, Olney
  • Details: Free food, bounce houses, snow cones, balloon twisting & more – fun for all ages!

Calvary Baptist Church Pork Burger Sale

  • When: Saturday | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Where: Big R Store in Olney
  • Details: Fundraiser – good food for a good cause

Newton Events

Queen of Hearts Drawing – Newton American Legion

  • When: Friday night | Serving starts at 5:00 PM
  • Where: 108 E Jourdan Street
  • Details: Jackpot at $42,580. Cheeseburgers and brats on the menu. Dine in or carry out.

Newton Firefighters Pork Burger Fundraiser

  • When: Friday | 10:30 AM until sold out
  • Where: Newton KC Hall
  • Details: Deliveries available (10+ burgers)
  • Pre-Orders: Call 618-783-2165 or 618-562-2415
  • Purpose: To fund needed firefighting equipment