What a weekend!! There’s a little bit of something for everyone this weekend in the Dexter area … from great food, a couple of events to work off all that food, good music, a bazaar, and an event to say thanks for years of dedicated service!
And as we go from event to event this weekend and enjoy being a part of a great community, don’t forget that this weekend is when Daylight Savings Time ENDS. So, remember to set you clock back one hour this weekend (“fall back”) do that you can be on time for the next event!!
Chili Feed: You ready for a hot, savory bowl of chili! The head on over to The First Christian Church Chili Feed on Friday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. in the church’s Disciple Center.
MSH Auxiliary Ham & Bean/Chicken & Dumplings Dinner: What a deal! Choose Ham & Beans of Chicken & Dumplings (or maybe both!) at the hospital auxiliary’s annual event. Serving will be from 11 a.m. until 1:30 at the Dexter Church of Christ on North One Mile Road (just down the hill from Missouri Southern Healthcare. The meal will include ham & beans, chicken & dumplings, slaw, cornbread, and homemade desserts and drinks.
Annual Fall Bazaar: Are you ready for some yummy soup and chili, plus all sorts of goodies and shopping! Try the Annual Fall Bazaar hosted by the Advance United Methodist Women this weekend! The Bazaar opens Friday from 2 – 6 p.m., and then on Saturday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Lunch with the ladies on Saturday and choose from a variety of soups and chili. There will also be a Bakery Shop for homemade goodies and breads, a Children’s Shop, Second Hand Rose Shop and Antique Shops for unique gift items, glassware, florals and more. The Advance United Methodist Church is located at 202 North Oak Street in Advance.
Masonic Breakfast: What a way to start a Saturday morning! The Masons will be serve a big breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 5 beginning at 6 a.m. Serving will continue until 10 a.m. at the Masonic Lodge on South Walnut Street (across from First United Methodist Church).
Katch A Kure For Kyle: Last month young Kyle Wade Stearns was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. This 5K run/walk/stroll will help raise funds to help pay medical bills. T-shirts will also be on sale the day of the event. The entry fee is $20 for each runner/walker. The run begins at 8 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 5 in the parking lot of the First Christian Church, North One Mile Road in Dexter. For more information contact Kim Watson or Ted Mason in Dexter.
ZumbaThon Fundraiser: Do you Zumba? Wanna learn? The folks at Liberty Hill General Baptist Church are holding this fundraisers fro 2 – 4 p.m. on Saturday/ The cost is $10 at the door and there will be raffles, snacks, vendors, Zumba shirts, fun, fellowship, sweat, laughter and prizes. What a great combination! Coe join the fun because all the proceeds will go to help support the Stoddard County Gospel Mission. Liberty Hill General Baptist Church is at 12760 County Road 420.
Chicken & Dumbling Dinner: The good folks at Sadler's Chapel United Methodist Church will have a Chicken & Dumbling Dinner on Saturday evening. Serving will be from 5 until 7 p.m. and the cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children. Chicken & dumblings sounds pretty good, doesn't it?!
Annual Turkey Dinner: This is the king of all turkey dinners! The fine folks at Sacred Heart Catholic Church have been doing this Turkey Dinner for years, and they have this turkey dinner stuff down to DELICIOUS!
Maggie Thorn at the Boathouse: Local singing senation Maggie Thorn will return to the Boat House Wine Company this weekend! Maggie was a hit earlier this fall at the Stoddard County Fair, and now she is returning to the Boat House starting around 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Reception Honoring Addie Rasche: Miss Addie served for 45 years as more than the secretary for Richland schools – she was the heart and soul of the school. Now it is time to say “thank you”. A reception will be held from 2-4 p.m., Sunday at the school. Take a break from your Sunday and say “thank you” to Miss Addie for her incredible record of service.
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