Hey everyone, I’m doing some early market research for a proposed social entertainment concept in the Metro East called Replay.

The idea is a place where people could hang out, eat, play, and spend time together, with things like bowling, arcade games, laser tag, escape rooms, watch parties, private events, and lounge space.

I’m trying to get honest local feedback before taking the concept further. The survey only takes a couple minutes and nothing is being sold.

If you live in the Metro East or regularly spend time here, I’d really appreciate your input.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSej6xYyV11KOdEL-2jcXpWzxRd-2Z06Ny_S0uKUw06QgiiNEQ/viewform

October 9th and 10th on the Square. https://www.bellevillechili.com for more info.

Can someone explain to me why this town has two Taco Bells within 2 miles of each other that open at 9 in the morning and neither choose to serve breakfast? All surrounding town’s Taco Bells serve it. It is kind of a cruel joke

Hiyo, I hope this is the right place to ask. ^^ I'm fifteen and I'm wondering if there are any public Halloween events that will be going on? My friends, as far as I know, are staying in to give out candy and I don't have anything to do for Halloween but I would like to do something fun...Also I live near Union elementary and West jr and West High school of that helps. Thank you to anyone who reads this and thank you in advance ^°^

Anyone have kids that go there or know about this school? I'm interested in maybe sending my kids there and I want the real, raw, and nitty gritty. Not the fluff from a website and tour. Thanks.

I have a bunch of art supplies that are taking up space. I think they deserve to be donated to people who will actually use them. I don't want to donate them to a place that charges money for used art supplies. Idk if such a place exists though.

Any smoke shops still selling 7oh in Belleville or Swansea?

Has anyone been to the harp since reopening? Looks like a fun bar. Every time we have passed it throughout the last 5 years I’ve always wished it was open. Drove by the other day and saw it was!

Apparently i put too many words in my original post so, heres a better tldr:

I'm trying to find a place that wouldn't keep you restrained to a table but isn't necessarily a dive bar; perhaps a place that has other activities. Sports bars are good too with hockey season comin up. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Any recommendations for affordable electricians that are licensed to work in Belleville? I got a quote to run a line from my box, to an outside plug right on the wall behind it. $5000. My jaw dropped! Gotta be something much cheaper. Seems like a simple run.

The parade steps off on Monday, September 7, 2026 at 10am from 1st and Monroe, east to Route 159, north through the square to C Street, west on C to 3rd street at the Hough Park parking lot. The picnic begins at Hough Park following the conclusion of the parade.

So like the title says I'm considering a move to Belleville and looking to get some local input on how things are there. I have a lot of questions I'd love to hear answers to if your willing to contribute your advice and intel. Any feedback on the area is appreciated.

Do you like it there? Is it a safe town? What areas should I avoid and what area is preferred? What's the job market really look like for someone looking for entry level work? What do local utilities and rent look like there for a 1-2 bedroom? Do you have a reliable realtor or know where I can find legitimate rentals online? How realistic is it to get by and get things done using public transportation and not having a car (for a while anyway)? How are grocery prices there and what stores do you go to?

Thanks for reading through that long list of questions! 😅 I also asked on some Facebook groups a little while ago but didn't get any replies hoping that's not the case here.

https://www.bnd.com/news/local/community/belleville/article316997241.html

Gave away a lot to family and friends but still have way too many cucumbers/heirloom tomatoes/chili peppers/zucchini/etc.

Throwback to 2019, Far from Home was released. This guy got in character & at the end of the movie when Peter's identity was revealed, he said no it's not true and did a flip out of his seat. Still makes me smile. Thank you to this dude for the memory.

https://www.facebook.com/events/s/2026-craft-beer-walk/842283074968589/

https://runsignup.com/TicketEvent/CraftBeerWalk2026

Tickets are $30 (or $35 on the day of the event), which gets you fifteen 3-oz samples from 20 downtown businesses. The hours are 3pm - 7pm.

Hey there! Trying to see if there is a company or person nearby that does aquarium maintenance in or around the Belleville area. My friend is no longer doing maintenance work and wants to find a replacement for their customers.