The Yellow Roses were a beautiful addition to the Appleton City Cemetery as we honored Memorial Day but now it’s times to pick those roses up. Roses will be picked up on Monday, June 2, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.., with a rain date of Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. All individuals, families, clubs or groups are welcome. For information contact: Pam Bartz, 417-321-4177, Donald Yoss, 660-492-7218 or City Hall, 476-2631.
The Annual “Little Ladies Dance” will be held Saturday, May 31 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Appleton City High School Commons Area. Any preschool age to 6th grade Little Ladies from Appleton, Hudson, Montrose, Ballard, Davis and Zion schools are invited to bring their best dancing partner out for a “Night Under the Stars”. Admission (at the door) per couple is $20, with an additional $5 per extra family member.
A blood drive will be held at Appleton City Schools in the elementary gym on Wednesday, May 28, 2:00-6:00 p.m. This is the last drive of the school year, sponsored by FCCLA. To sign up ahead of time, go to savealifenow.org/group and use group code KCZ6. This last drive counts for a chance for an FCCLA student to win a $500-1,000 scholarship. Please donate, if possible.
The Montrose VFW will have a flag retirement ceremony at 8:00 p.m. June 12, outside the VFW Hall on Montrose’s Main Street (Missouri Ave.). Flags may be left in the receptacle on the sidewalk between the VFW Hall and City Hall or brought to the ceremony that evening. There will be a Poppy Drive and recruiting event immediately following.
The next Meet Me On Main, Second Wednesday Shop and Stroll will be June 11, 2025, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Participating businesses include: Jina’s Junque, 3 Wishes, 4th Street Fika, Bluebird Lounge, Bulldogs Nutrition, Cork & Keg, Sandi’s Kitchen, and AC TNR.
The AC Carousel is open Friday- Sunday 4:00 -7:00 p.m. through Labor Day. Rules are posted at acmogov.com.
The Knights of Columbus will have their monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose on Sunday, June 8 from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Treat your family to a hot breakfast you don’t have to cook or clean up. A free will donation will be greatly appreciated
The 21st Annual Appleton City Car Show will be July 12 in the City Park, right off 52 Hwy across the street from Zink Motor Company. Check in 8:00 a.m.-noon. Car Show noon-3:00 p.m. This is a judged event. There is a $10 entry fee, with proceeds going to two scholarships for local high school students. Top 85 cars and trucks combined, top 3 motorcycles, and top 3 rat rods. There will be food concessions, music, goody bags, live auction, door prizes, 50-50 drawing and dash plaques for all entries. Along with the AC Car Show, Zink Motor Co (across from the Car Show) is hosting the KC Antique Car Club at their dealership. Model A’s and T’s will be on display. This event is free.
The Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation is selling raffle tickets for its annual Raffle. Buy a ticket for $10 or 4 for $20 for a chance to win one of four great prizes. Tickets can be purchased from Foundation members or at the EMH Front Desk. Raffle drawing will take place at the AC Car Show.
Free private tennis lessons are offered to anyone at the tennis courts at Donnohue-Dugan Park. Rackets and balls will be provided. To set up appointments for your private lessons or if you have questions, call Jonas Unell at 66—207-2448, Dennis Dunham at 476-2151 or 476-5514 or Tommy Payton at 816-863-6624. Open tennis is every day 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tennis is exercise that is fun!
MU Extension is partnering with MU Healthcare to provide an opportunity for residents to learn strategies to promote the safety of older adults behind the wheel and reframe their mindset around retiring from driving. “Keep Your Keys” is a one-time 2-hour program dedicated to offering comprehensive insights and practical advice on prioritizing safety and planning for driving retirement on a temporary or permanent basis. Participants will conduct a self-assessment regarding their ability to drive. Participants receive a booklet to keep with resources and information including a transportation plan. Factors that may impact driving: decreased flexibility and strength, decline in vision and/or hearing, cognitive issues and medication interactions. This program is a must-attend for anyone committed to aging well and living life to the fullest. Don’t miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary for a vibrant, healthy future. Join them at the St. Clair County Library located at 115 Chestnut Osceola, MO 64776 at 10:00 a.m. June 30 for this free educational event. For more information or to RSVP for the program, please contact the St. Clair County Extension Office at 417-646-2419.
Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for May and June, 2025. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. May 29-Neurology- Dr. Shoaib, June 4 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, June 5– OB/GYN, Dr. Kallberg, June 10– Rheumatology-Dr. John, June 13 – Ortho-Dr. Gray, June 18 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, June 19– Podiatry- Dr. Pace, June 24 – Rheumatology-Dr. John, June 25 – Ortho-Dr. Gray, June 25– Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni, June 26-Neurology- Dr.- Shoaib.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 28 Blood Drive at Appleton City Schools in the elementary gym 2:00-6:00 p.m.
May 31 Little Ladies Dance 6:00 – 7:30 in the ACHS Commons Area
June 2 Yellow Rose pickup at the AC Cemetery 8:30 a.m.
June 8 Knights of Columbus pancake and sausage breakfast 8:30-10:00 a.m. at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose
June 11 Meet Me On Main, Second Wednesday Shop and Stroll 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
