Batchtown News

By Editor | May 19, 2026 |

Mother’s Day was last week but families are still celebrating as they should because Mother’s Day can and should be every day! Betty and Kenny Eilerman had supper together Sunday Evening with Mike and Traci, and daughters Allie, and Haylie. Kenny and Bette are picking and preparing asparagus in their garden for market. The family is all involved in all aspects of orchards, and gardening.
Nicco Presley, and Destiny Tinker recently got married in New Melle, Mo. Nicco is the grandson of Terry and Terry Presley of Batchtown. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Niccco Presley.
The Art In The Park Art Show is June 13, 2026 at the Heritage Park. In Brussels. Artists from the area will show their Art work from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and enjoy the day.
Jackie Barczewski, and Ben Bargman won a trip to Denver, Colorado after Jackie called in to the Radio Station 92.3 WIL and won tickets to see Russell Dickerson at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre Theater. Jackie and Ben had a good time and enjoyed the show.
Nora Kinder, and her 11 classmates at St. Norbert’s Catholic School in Hardin, will be graduating from Kindergarten to First Grade this year. Mrs. Sara Sabel is their teacher. Nora is the daughter of Henry and Annie Kinder of Brussels. Congratulations to all the students in the class. Graduation for all St. Norbert’s students was May 15.
The Batchtown Woman’s ate out together at their May 13th meeting. The group travelled to Grafton, Ill. and enjoyed a supper at the Fountain Hill Restraint. Members attending were: Marilyn Klockenkemper, Barb Marguerio, Elaine Titus, Robin Hillen, Sharon Friedel, and Marcy Klockenkemper. A meeting was held, followed by supper. We all enjoyed the food, and location. It was a nice space, and a fun time together.
The Students at Calhoun High School graduated on Friday, May 22, and the graduates of Calhoun High School graduated on Saturday, May 23.
Beginning June 1 through August a Grief Therapy Class will be offered by Angie Goode at St. Norbert’s School at 401 Vineyard St., Hardin, Ill. Contact Angie Goode through Facebook Messenger at 618-5535-4435. Everyone is welcome.
The St. Mary’s Golf Tournament is quickly approaching. It will be held at the Rolling Hills Golf Tournament on May 31. The location is Rolling Hills Golf Course 5801 Cierce Lane, Godfrey Ill. Registration begins at 1 p.m.18 holes, 4-person Scramble. Registration begins at 12.00. The game begins at 1 p.m. Prizes will be given to 1,2, 3 place finishers. The number of entries will determine the amount of the prize money of $300.00 per team including green fees, food, cart, drink, and chances to win additional prizes. All winnings go to St. Mary’s School.
For more information , or to register a team call, or text Bryan Bonner, or 618-946-0060, or Sarah Bonner at 618-946-9601. All donations or also appreciated.
Dr. Jacob Maag, veterinarian, has office hours from 4 to 7 p.m. at the American Legion Office every Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Text (314) 5707-4883 Everyone is welcome.
The Batchtown Cornerstone Church Sunday Service is at 10:45 a.m. The Bible Class is every Wed. at 9 a.m. Everyone is welcome.
The St. Vincent DePaul Society Food Pantry and Clothing Store is open every Wed. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. except the fifth Wed. of the month.
The St. Vincent DePaul Society helps with Rent, Utilities, Mortgage GED, and Help with other Agencies. Call the volunteer on the hot line number at 1-618- 310-1141 for help.
The Memorial Day Masses will be May 25, 2026. The 8 a.m. will be at St. Agnes at Belleview, and the 9:30 mass will be at St. Joseph’s in Meppen. All are welcome.
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Vacation Time
When the days begin to lengthen,
And the sun is bright and warm,
I start thinking of vacation
And my plans begin to form.
Seems I hear the mountains calling
With their cooling rustling breeze,
As it plays along so gentle
In and out among the trees.
Then the ocean steals the picture,
Seems I hear a mighty roar
Of the waves when rolling backward ,
Always lapping at the shore.
– John R. Vories