Upcoming Events
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Vandalia City Council Meeting
Monthly
1st and 3rd Monday - 6:30 PM
6:30 PM
Vandalia City Hall
431 W Gallatin St.
Vandalia, IL 62471
The Vandalia City Council meets on the first and third Monday of the month in the Council Chambers. Please contact the City Clerk to be put on the Agenda.
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Vandalia Tourism Commission
Monthly
1st Tuesday
4:00 PM
Vandalia City Hall
431 Gallatin St.
Vandalia, IL 62471
The City Tourism Commission promotes visits to our fine city, such as Summer Fest, Olde Tyme Christmas, and the Farmer’s Market. They meet the second Tuesday of every month at City Hall. -
Fayette County Boarding Meeting
Monthly
2nd Tuesday
7:00 PM
Vandalia City Hall
431 W Gallatin St.
Vandalia, IL 62471
The public is invited to attend these meetings. Contact the County Clerk's office to be put on the agenda. There is also public comment time on the agenda for every meeting. -
Meals on Wheels
Daily
Monday through Friday
Delivered by Meals on Wheels
Or served on-site at 11:30 am
Fayette County Senior Citizen Center
616 W. Jackson Ave.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Suggested donation $4.25
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Fayette County Art Connection Meeting
Monthly
First Tuesday
4:15 pm
Vandalia Tourism Center
1408 N 5th St.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Anyone interested in Art is welcome to attend the meeting and help with the organization’s projects! -
The Enchanted Fantasy Exhibition
Entry Deadline: January 21st
Exhibition Dates:
January 30th - February 28th
Alice Hudders Art Gallery
2310 W. Fillmore Street
Vandalia, IL 62471Contact Information: Dillon Whitten
dwhitten1@kaskaskia.edu
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Valentine Day's Party
February 14, 2025
11:30 am
Fayette County Senior Citizen Center
616 W. Jackson Ave.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Suggested Donation per person for the congregate meal. Call (618) 283-1040 one day prior to reserve your spot. -
Silver Sneakers Demonstration
February 18, 2025
10:30 a.m.
Fayette County Senior Citizen Center
616 W. Jackson Ave.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Get ready to get active and learn about the Silver Sneakers classes at the Family YMCA of Fayette County.
Silver Sneakers is low impact class geared towards active older adults that focuses on strength, mobility, flexibility, and core stability. -
The Impact of Social Eating for Seniors
February 19, 2025
12:00 pm
Family YMCA of Fayette County
710 N. Rock Island Ave.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Share a snack and a presentation on the benefits of Congregate Meals by CEFS' Retired Senior Volunteer Program at the Family YMCA of Fayette County. -
Monthly Community Potluck
February 17, 2025
5:00 pm
Fayette County Senior Citizen Center
616 W. Jackson Ave.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy a wonderful evening of delicious food, friendly faces, and great company! -
Eggcellent Poultry Workshop
Saturday, February 22nd
10:00 - 11:00 am
U of I Extension Office
118 N 6th St.,
Vandalia, IL 62471Led by a knowledgeable 4-H Alum, participants will gain hands-on experience and valuable insights into the care and management of poultry flocks. Open to youth ages 8-18 years old.
Register here by Wednesday, Feb 19th!
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Cloverbud Workshop: Dinosaurs
Saturday, February 22nd
12:30 - 1:30 pm
U of I Extension
118 N 6th St.
Vandalia, IL 62471Explore the fascinating world of these ancient creatures through fun activities and interactive learning. Open to youth ages 5 - 7.
Register here by Friday, Feb 14th!
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Calling all new 4-H members!
Monday, March 3rd
6-7:30 pm
U of I Extension
118 N 6th St.
Vandalia, IL 62471Learn how to navigate all that 4-H has to offer. This workshop will give an overview of our variety of projects, how to select your exhibit class for the fair, how to navigate the 4-H Handbook, upcoming dates and deadlines, and complete an activity from the Exploratory project guide to show at the fair. Open to Cloverbuds, 4-Hers, new and returning members alike (ages 5-18).
Register here by Monday, Feb 24th.
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Alderman Candidate Meet & Greet
March 5, 2025
11:00 amFayette County Senior Citizen Center
616 W. Jackson Ave.
Vandalia, IL 62471Meet the candidate for Ward 2 Alderman in the upcoming Consolidated Election!
Congregate lunch is served at 11:30 am. For information on the suggested donation and to reserve a spot, please call (618) 283-1040.
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Healing the Whole Person
March 7, 2025 - March 9, 2025
Cost: $45.00
Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother
318 N. 8th St.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Come and be restored. This retreat will be led by Fr. Jerry Byrd. -
In My Garden Exhibition
Entry deadline: March 7th
Exhibition Dates:
March 17th - April 17th
Contact information: Dwhitten1@kaskaskia.edu
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The Hidden Mystery of Our Guardian Angels
March 21, 2025 - March 23, 2025
Registration: $45.00
Msgr. C. Eugene Morris will reveal the many ways we can have our Guardian Angels as true guides.Mass will be in the Traditional Latin Rite.
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YMCA of Fayette County Grand Raffle Fundraiser
March 22, 2025
5:30 pm Doors open
Tickets are $100 (Entry for 2)Dinner and drinks, live and silent auction, fundraising activities, chance to win $10,000.
Call for info: (618) 283-1258.
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Love is Love Pride Party
June 14, 2025
12:00 PM
This and That
120 N. 5th St.
Vandalia, IL 62471
Celebrating Pride Month, the party sponsored by This and That offers live music, vendors, games, and food! -
VHS 25-Year Reunion
July 19, 2025
Vandalia Country Club
1110 S 8th St.
Vandalia, IL 62471
The Vandalia High School Class of 2000 will hold their 25th Reunion for this summer! vchsreunion@gmail.com. -
Vandalia, IL 2nd Annual Car Show & Cruise
August 16, 2025
12-7 pm
Downtown Vandalia, IL
Free admission.
Live music, food trucks, and door prizes every half hour.