Please mark your calendars and get ready to shop, dine, and support local during our annual Explore Waterloo Day!
This is your chance to discover everything our amazing community offers - from unique boutiques and cozy cafes to family-owned restaurants and hometown services. Every dollar spent locally helps our community thrive.
Gather your friends and family and make a day of supporting local!
What to Bring:
⣠Computers, printers, phones, cables
⣠Home appliances (washers, dryers, ovens)
⣠Video game consoles, home electronics, networking equipment
⣠Non-ferrous metals, car batteries, medical equipment
Items with a Fee:
⣠TVs, CRTs, plasma, flat screens, consoles, and monitors
⣠Dehumidifiers, mini-fridges, refrigerators
⣠Certain batteries (alkaline, rechargeable, lithium)
NOT Accepted:
Light bulbs, VHS/DVD/CDs, hazardous materials, smoke detectors, tires, firearms, medications, mercury-containing devices, and non-electronics more info...
Join us for a fashionable afternoon at the Hospice of Southern Illinois Fashion Show at Dillard's in Fairview Heights.
Tickets are $35, and they include a goodie bag, entry into raffle baskets, and a chance to win a designer handbag.
Doors open at noon, and the show runs from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Event Specials:
Spend $75, get a $15 gift card for a future visit (limit one per household, excludes services)
First 50 customers get a free goodie bag packed with top pet products
Exclusive one-day deals from 30+ brands (available only during the event)
The event is taking place at both locations (Waterloo and Columbia) more info...
Witches Night Out is one of our most anticipated community events of the year! Held in downtown Waterloo, this enchanting evening brings together hundreds of women (and a few brave warlocks!) dressed in their best witchy attire for a fun-filled night of shopping, sipping, spells, and surprises.
Participants enjoy themed activities, giveaways, costume contests, and exclusive promotions from local businesses. With a festive atmosphere, lively music, and a spirit of celebration, Witches Night Out is a spellbinding opportunity to connect with the community and support local commerce.
Mark your calendars for our annual Christmas fundraiser held at Turner Hall, Columbia, IL on November 13, 2025 at 5:30 pm. The event includes cocktails, dinner, dessert, music, silent auction and this year will feature a live auction as well!
If you would like additional information or wish to make a silent auction item donation, please call our office at 618-939-8900. Stay tuned for more information and ticket sales details!
Step into the magic of the season at our Annual Christmas Walk! Held in the heart of our charming community, this beloved tradition brings families and friends together for a weekend filled with festive cheer. Stroll around our Courthouse and admire the beautifully decorated lampposts, listen to carolers, and shop locally for a chance to win some prizes. Children can visit Santa, ride a carriage through historic downtown, and take photos with Frosty and Rudolph. It’s a joyful kickoff to the holiday season that brings the community together and creates memories that last a lifetime.
Kick off the holiday season with us at our Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting! This beloved tradition brings the entire community together for a magical evening filled with holiday cheer. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season with twinkling lights, Christmas music, and a special appearance by Frosty and Rudolph!
Families can sip hot cocoa, enjoy festive treats, and sing carols as we light up the town's tree. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season's spirit with friends, neighbors, and local businesses.
Bundle up, bring the whole family, and help us make the season bright!
Join us for an evening of fun, laughter, and prizes!
January 31, 2026
Doors open at 6:00, and Bingo starts promptly at 7:00 p.m.
St. Mary's Catholic Church Parish Center - 116 W. Woodland Ridge, Valmeyer, IL
Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door (includes 6 bingo cards)
Additional cards will be available for purchase
Cash bar - bring your snacks - tables of 8 - raffles more info...