COMMUNITY NEWS
MUSIC IN THE PARK:
There are six dates for this summer’s Music in the Park program. All concerts will be performed at Trenton City Park Amphitheater, and food trucks will be available.
The dates are:
June 26 – 8-11pm,
July 12 – 6-8pm,
July 29th – 7-9pm,
August 26 – 7-9pm,
and September 20 – 2-5pm.
CHICKEN DINNER:
Concordia United Church of Christ will be hosting their annual chicken dinner on Sunday, June 7th, from 11am – 3pm. The meal is dine-in or carry-out and costs $16 for adults, $8 for children 5-10, and free for children under 5. If you have questions, you can call 618-476-3377. 700 State Rt. 163 (3 miles north of Millstadt).
PUPPET CAMP:
The Miniature Ministers Puppet Ministry Team is having a Puppet Camp! Join us for a morning of fun! Puppet Camp is open to incoming 3rd-12th graders and will be on Friday, June 5th, 2026 from 9am-11:30am Trenton First United Methodist Church. (3324 Old U.S. Hwy. 50 Trenton, IL 62293) Camp is $35 and includes: Learning the basics of puppetry from the Miniature Ministers Puppet Ministry, creating a puppet song performance, snack, and a t-shirt!
*All participants are invited to perform on Sunday, June 7th at Trenton FUMC’s 9am worship service.* Here is a QR code to register online:
YOUNG ADULT EVENT:
June 20, 6:00pm -9:00pm, at Aviston Park. Be a part of an inspiring evening created for young adults ages 18- 30 (though everyone is welcome!) from Clinton County and nearby communities. Fueled By Faith blends music, faith, & connection in a lively & welcoming atmosphere. For more information and to register, scan the QR code!
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