| Thank you for visiting GraniteCityGossip.com, celebrating over twelve years of serving our community, August 2006 - March 2019 Please come back soon - Last updated March 22, 2019 Best viewed in Internet Explorer or Firefox, not compatible with Chrome |
| HAPPY MARCH EVERYONE No, you haven't landed on the wrong website! We are paying homage to "man's best friend" this month because Granite City is one dog lovin' town! Our local Granite City APA and Pound Pets, Inc. are two of the finest organizations in Granite City. Their staff of volunteers display a level of commitment and compassion that is unsurpassed. From rescuing strays, to arranging for life saving veterinarian care, from fostering animals to finding them their forever homes through adoptions, these wonderful animal lovers never rest as long as there is an animal in need. Thank you, each and everyone, for all that you do. When scrolling through this month's home page, take a moment to visit their websites. You just might find a brand new furry friend! |
| Come Join us for lunch, we are hiring for assembly line positions. We will be serving pizza for all future employees during this time. Bring your friends! We are offering up to $300 referral bonuses! $25 Sign on bonuses too! Please complete your application ahead of time. apply.prologistix.com |
| We especially love a smiling dog with a grasshopper on top of his head! |
| Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Join us for our 28th Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast! This year we are welcoming Robert Steward- founder and CEO of Integra Advanced Technology Services. This annual event is always an inspirational morning filled with fellowship, laughter and community pride. We hope to see you there! Tickets are $25 per person or Table of 8 for $200. Contact Event Treasurer Juliette Douglas at 618-501-4782 or deputy@smrld.org. A limited amount of tickets may be available at the door on the day of, but this event is likely to sell out so please plan in advance. TUESDAY, MARCH 5 7 am till 9 am St. Gregory Armenian Community Center 3501 Century Drive |
| Join us from 4 pm to 7 pm - choose from fried Shrimp, Cod and Walleye plates. All you can eat Walleye is dine in only. Plates come with choice of two sides: Mac 'n cheese, fries, cheese fries, green beans or slaw. Cod & Shrimp Plates $8.50, Walley Plate $7.50, Hot Dogs $1.50, Dessert $1, Eat in or carry out! |
| GRANITE CITY TOWNSHIP DEMS PRECINCT MEETING Monday, March 4 . 6 pm till 7 pm Granite City Knights of Columbus . 4225 Old Alton Road Monthly meeting of Democratic Precinct Committeepersons from Granite City and surrounding townships |
| There are big round tables in the hall...people play cards, board games, bring picnic dinner and come out to enjoy the dancing and music! Buses from assisted living facilities come sometimes and bring their residents as well. Come join the fun! |
| Get ready for an evening of mystery and magic as you join us for the HFS Annual Gala Dinner & Auction - "Moonlight Masquerade." This masquerade themed event is guaranteed to be a fun evening with hundreds of auction items, great food, dancing, drinks and fellowship! We hope you will join us on Saturday, March 30, 2019, at St. Mary’s Engelbert Hall at 5pm till 11 pm. The event begins at 5 p.m. and will include dinner, silent auction, live auction and dancing. Invite your family and friends. Click here for tickets for this enjoyable evening of fun and entertainment, benefiting Holy Family School. You must be 21 to attend. |
| CATHY HAMILTON Granite City Economic Development Director |
| GraniteCityGossip.com welcomes Cathy Hamilton, Granite City's new Economic Development Director Here's to fresh eyes and a renewed vision for the businesses and residents of our fine home town. We are looking forward to Ms. Hamilton's years of experience generating new opportunities for Granite City to grow new businesses and for regrowth of our citizenry. |
| Tapestry of Love Ministries is holding a Trivia Night. There will be a decades / Blast From the Past theme, with a prize for the best decorated table! You can bring your own food and drinks. Tables of 8 are $120 or $15 per individual This Trivia Night is to benefit all of our teachers as we take them on a much needed retreat and to also help pay for their salaries. Please contact admin@tolmguate.org to reserve your table! |
| Budget friendly design workshop offers basic intro to flower arrangement, no experience necessary. Come as you are and leave with a festive, fresh floral spring vase (pictured) to share with friends or family. Workshop price $45 plus tax and includes all materials you will need. Register at 797-9900 |
| Please take a moment to visit the Granite City APA at gcapa.orgnanddPound Pets, Inc. at poundpetsinc.com |
| Come out and tour the facility, meet the volunteers, buy some lunch and do a little shopping PLENTY OF ADOPTABLE CATS AND DOGS WILL BE ON SITE! 2 GIRLS 4 WHEELS FOOD TRUCK Many other vendors and crafters! |
| Swap Meet Tri City Speedway Sunday, April 7th 9:00am – 1:00pm Registration & Set up – 7:30am – 9:00am 10’ x 10’ space - $25.00 General Admission: $5 Reserved your spot email: tricityspeedway@msn.com Call for Information: (636) 795-0052 Kevin Gundaker (636) 448-9111 Tammy Gundaker ***Open Practice for Stock Cars 2:00-5:00**** (All cars welcome) |
| Yard Sale benefitting Granite City's Homeless Pound Pets Inc is partnering with the Community Care Center to help the homeless people and animals in our community |
| Bring a basket to collect all your eggs and enjoy finding the GOLDEN EGGS with your friends! Win a PRIZE when you find a GOLDEN EGG! - Unity Baptist Church . 250 St. Clair Avenue |
