Tractorcade and Classic Car Cruise-in set
The annual tractorcade from St. Rose Park to the American Farm Heritage Museum in Greenville is set for Friday, July 24.
The tractor drive leaves the park promptly at 10 a.m., traveling the countryside to the museum grounds for the start of the 2026 Heritage Days Show. This year features the Rumley Products Collectors National Expo and Illinois-built gas engines, but all tractor makes are welcome.
Sunday, July 26, is the Classic Car Cruise-in from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with participants receiving free admission to the show. It concludes with a cruise from the museum to the Greenville square.
Questions can be directed to Darrell Strieker at 618-910-2669.
BHS to hold meeting and host speaker
The Breese Historical Society (BHS) will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29, at Breese Activity Center. Guest speaker Bob Hammel will share his experience writing a book about his life and tell local stories from the past.
Everyone is welcome. Come learn, connect, and enjoy an evening of local history.
'Germanfest' July 30 at Albers Park
Albers Park will be the setting for "Germanfest" on Thursday, July 30. It is hosted by the Albers Commercial Club, Knights of Columbus Council #9768, and families of St. Bernard Catholic Church. There will be food, music, fun and fellowship!
The German-inspired dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. costs $13 and includes bratwurst, sauerkraut, German potato salad and baked beans (dine in or carry out). You can eat at the Albers Park pavilion or in the Albers JC Hall.
The Sour Krauts will provide music from 7 to 9 p.m. on the Albers Park stage. Bring your lawn chairs.
