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JAC AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
Alton, IL |
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January 20 - February 26, 2012
Tues. - Sat hours are 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday hours: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
This exhibit features works by the winners of
last summer’s Juried Exhibit and includes pieces in media such as metal, oil,
paper, watercolor, and wood carving.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
East Alton, IL |
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Sunday, February 5, 2012
Sunday, February 12, 2012
12 pm to 4 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
An
educator from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with a live eagle
display in the classroom. Bring your camera to this free program
and then tour the National Great Rivers Museum and the Locks and Dam.
Free, donations appreciated
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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MASTERS OF THE SKY
East Alton, IL |
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February 18 - February 20, 2011
11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
"Masters
of the Sky", an educational and informational program presented by
the World Bird Sanctuary, features eagles, falcons, owls and other birds
of prey.
There will also be a free eagle display at noon and 2 pm for 30 minutes in
the gallery.
$5 for adults, $3 for children 4-12, free for
children 3 and under
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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ART EXHIBIT
Alton, IL |
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March 16 - April 15, 2012
Tues. - Sat hours are 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday hours: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
Material Attraction: Diverse Reactions is a curated
invitational ceramics exhibition, featuring regional clay artists from the
Southern Illinois metro-east and St. Louis area. The invited artists'
techniques, materials, scale and interpretations represent diverse
approaches to the material. Included in the exhibition will be mixed media
works, figurative and abstract sculpture, functional pots and tile pieces.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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CHALLENGE OF
THE BLUFFS RUN
Alton, IL |
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Saturday, March 31, 2012
Registration begins at 7 am; run begins at 8 am; walk begins at 8:15 am
3rd & Belle Streets
This annual event features a 5-mile run up and
down the hilly and scenic Streets of Alton’s historic Christian Hill
district and a 2-mile competitive walk to Riverview Park and back.
Participants receive a T-shirt and a goody bag provided by area vendors.
Prizes and awards to various classes.
Entry Fee
For more information call 618-463-1016
or visit
http://www.altonmarketplace.com/events.cfm |
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CHARITY RUN/WALK
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2012
Registration begins at 7 am; run/walk begins at 8 am
Russell Commons Park, Discover Parkway off IL-143
Join
in raising awareness of child abuse at the Catholic Children’s Home
1st Annual 5k Run/Walk. All pre-registered participants receive a
T-shirt. Timing and race results by Toolen’s Running Start.
Entry Fee
For more information call 618-465-3594
or visit
www.catholicchildrenshome.com |
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WINGS
OF SPRING
BIRDING FESTIVAL
Alton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012
9 am - 1 pm
Riverlands
Environmental Demonstration Area
This annual Confluence Birding Festival features
off-site birding trips, arts and entertainment, birding exhibits and
vendors, family centered educational activities, live bird meet and greets,
and much more.
Free with fees for some activities
For
more information call 1-800-258-6645 |
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CINCO DE MAYO
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012
9 am - 1 pm
Riverlands
Environmental Demonstration Area
This annual Confluence Birding Festival features
off-site birding trips, arts and entertainment, birding exhibits and
vendors, family centered educational activities, live bird meet and greets,
and much more.
Free with fees for some activities
For
more information call 1-800-258-6645 |
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LEWIS & CLARK
“DEPARTURE DAYS”
BICYCLE RIDE
Alton & Hartford, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012
Registration: 8:30 am - 10 am at the
Alton Marina, #1 Henry St, Alton, IL
Lewis and Clark State
Historic Site
Pedal alongside the river route taken by Lewis and Clark. Stop by the
Lewis & Clark Confluence Tower to help celebrate their first anniversary
(take a trip to the top for an additional $3 charge.) The short route recommended for
families and beginning cyclists will use the MCT Confluence Trail. The
longer routes are on roads. All routes stop at the Lewis and Clark State
Historic Site in Hartford “Departure Days” celebration where you will
find food, drinks and displays.
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$13
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information visit
www.trailnet.org |
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ALTON BLOCK
PARTY
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012
4 pm - 10:30 pm
Third Street between Piasa and State
Alton holds a downtown block party on the last Saturday of every month from May
through September. This event features
a wide variety of food and drink at reasonable prices. Kids
activities begin at 4 and adult activities begin when the sun goes down and
the bands begin playing at 6:30.
Free
For more information call 618-465-6676 |
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ALTON MEMORIAL
DAY PARADE
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012
10 am
Washington and College
Avenues
This annual Memorial Day Parade in Upper Alton,
running continuously since 1868, honors the contributions of local veterans.
Free
For
more information call 618-462-7527 |
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GUIDED PRAIRIE WALKS
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012
Second and third Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Gordon Moore Park, 4550 College Avenue
Enjoy an evening walk as a guide from the Nature Institute leads you through
the Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park. The park hosts nine species of
native prairie grasses and 150 prairie wildflowers that are native to
Madison County and surrounding Illinois counties. If you want to see
wildflowers this is a great place and time to visit.
Free
For more information call
618-466-9930 |
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PRIDE, INC.
HOME & GARDEN TOUR
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012
12 pm to 5 pm
Beautiful local homes and gardens in Alton and
Godfrey are put on display for this popular event. A local historic site is
usually included on this self-guided tour.
Tickets are $12, children 5 and under are free
For more information call 618-467-2375 |
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ALTON BLOCK
PARTY
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012
4 pm - 10:30 pm
Third Street between Piasa and State
Alton holds a downtown block party on the last Saturday of every month
from May through September. This event features a wide variety of food and drink at
reasonable prices. Kids
activities begin at 4 and adult activities begin when the sun goes down and
the bands begin playing at 6:30.
Free
For more information call 618-465-6676 |
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FREE
FISHING CLINICS
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012
9 am to 11:30 am & 1 pm to 3:30 pm
Gordon Moore Park
Instructors present information about fish and other aquatic life, fishing
rules and regulations, basics including how to bait a hook, tie the hook
to the line, cast, catch and handle fish and how to return them to the
water. Participants are
provided with rods and reels, bait and tackle and go fishing in lakes
stocked with catchable channel catfish and hybrid bluegill.
Free
For more information call or to register for a clinic, call IDNR Region IV
at 618-462-1181 |
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ALL WHEELS
DRIVE CAR SHOW
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012
10 am - 4 pm
Broadway, Historic Downtown Alton
This annual show
and festival features classic cars, trucks and
motorcycles from the 50's and 60's that will be displayed on. Awards will be
given in each class. Come out for the cars and stay for the music, 50-50
drawing, vendor displays, merchant sidewalk sale and food.
Free to the Public, registration fee to show a
car or motorcycle.
For
more information call 618-463-1016 |
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FREE
CONCERTS
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012
Every Thursday evening at 8 pm
The
locals in Alton seldom miss a beat at these weekly summer concerts held every
Thursday evening in Riverview Park and every Sunday in Haskell Park. Bring a
blanket or lawn chair.
Free
For
more information call 618-465-6676 |
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MISSISSIPPI RIVER
FIREWORKS FESTIVAL
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2012
Alton Riverfront, Grounds open at 5 pm
Annual Fireworks Festival
presented by the Alton Exposition Commission features great food, a beer
tent, and entertainment. The fireworks
display will be at 9 pm.
Free
For more information call 618-465-6676 |
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THE BIG GIG
LOCAL MUSIC SHOW
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2012
3 pm - 10 pm
Riverfront Amphitheater, Riverfront Drive, downtown Alton
Bringing local sound...downtown! Enjoy a showcase of the area's
finest bands performing their original music at Alton’s beautiful
4,000 capacity Riverfront Amphitheater. Low back lawn chairs and
blankets are welcome, no coolers please. Food and beverages will be
available for purchase.
Advance tickets: $10 online by visit
www.RiverfrontAmphitheater.com/BIGGIG or at the Jacoby Arts
Center, 627 E. Broadway in Alton. Tickets will be available at the
gate for $12. All ages concert, free entry for kids 12 and under
with supervision of an adult.
For more information call
618-463-1016 |
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ANNUAL
JURIED
EXHIBITION
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2012
Tuesday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
The Annual Juried Exhibition features 2-D and 3-D
works in various mediums by over 30 Illinois and Missouri artists.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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GREAT RIVER RENDEZVOUS
Grafton, IL & West Alton, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2012
Registration begins at 10 am
Begins in Grafton and ends at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in
West Alton, IL
Be a part of this canoe and kayak race on the Mississippi River.
Rendezvous in Grafton where the race will begin at 12 pm. Then,
race your way 18 miles down river to the end of the race at
the
Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary in
West Alton, MO. Clubs, shops and spectators are invited to attend. In
addition to the race, there will social paddles, skills clinics, family
paddles, food and music.
There is a registration fee with all proceeds going to the Treehouse Wildlife Center of Madison County. To pre-register, go to
www.greatriverwatertrail.org or call 314- 518-0950.
For
more information call
618-462-6979
or visit
http://www.greatriverwatertrail.org |
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ALTON BLOCK
PARTY
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2012
4 pm - 10:30 pm
Third Street between Piasa and State
Alton holds a downtown block party on the last Saturday of every month
from May through September. This
event features a wide variety of food and drink at reasonable prices. Kids
activities begin at 4 and adult activities begin when the sun goes down and
the bands begin playing at 6:30.
Free
For more information call 618-465-6676 |
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MISSISSIPPI EARTHTONES FESTIVAL
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012
12 pm -
10 pm
Riverfront Park
Join
the celebration of Illinois Watersheds through Education, Recreation, and
Conservation. This sustainable festival offers live music, food and
beverages, children’s activities, Arts and Crafts, an Eco-Village, and more!
Free
For more information call 618-462-6802
or visit visit
http://riverfrontamphitheater.com/earthtones/ |
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ALTON BLOCK
PARTY
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012
4 pm - 10:30 pm
Third Street between Piasa and State
Alton holds a downtown block party on the last Saturday of every month
from May through September. This
event features a wide variety of food and drink at reasonable prices. Kids
activities begin at 4 and adult activities begin when the sun goes down and
the bands begin playing at 6:30.
Free
For more information call 618-465-6676 |
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VINTAGE VOICES
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
1 pm - 3 pm
Alton Cemetery, 5th & Vine
The public is invited to this beautiful cemetery as ten actors,
standing by the graves of the residents they will portray, will greet
passers-by in a living history tour being staged by the Alton YWCA in
cooperation with the Alton Cemetery Board and the Alton Little Theater. The grounds are accessible to
those with disabilities.
Tickets: $10 for adults, $6 for children 6
through
12, Prices subject to change. Group rates available.
For more information or to purchase tickets call 618-465-6676 |
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OKTOBERFEST
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
St.
Mary's Church, 536 E. Third Street
Friday:
7
pm. - 11 pm
Saturday
1 pm
- 11 pm
Sunday
Noon
- 10 pm
Polkas, German food, live music, inflatables...it's a fall festival you
won't want to miss! Live music will be provided on both Saturday and Sunday.
The schedule is packed with activities on the festival grounds.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For more information call 618-465-4284
or visit
www.stmarysoktoberfest.com |
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AALA
HISTORIC
HOUSE TOUR
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
12 pm - 5 pm
This annual self-guided tour features some of Alton’s most the beautiful homes,
interesting buildings, and churches of Alton, some of which are listed on
the National Register of Historic Places. Sponsored by the
Alton Area Landmarks Association.
Tickets are $12 and will be sold the day of the
tour
For more information call 618-463-5761 |
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ARTEAST
Madison County, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11 am - 5 pm
Various locations throughout Alton, Edwardsville, and other Madison County
communities.
ARTEAST is the annual studio and exhibit tour that showcases Madison County
artists. This self-guided tour takes visitors through the neighborhoods,
historic city centers, and the beautiful countryside of Madison County to
see the work of over 150 local artists who participate by opening their
private studios or exhibit through galleries and unique sites. Many sites
are within walking distance from one another. Artists are at their site to
talk about their work and provide demonstrations.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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HALLOWEEN PARADE
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
7:30 pm
Parade begins at Washington Avenue and Broadway
"Most Haunted Small Town in America"
hosts its annual Halloween Parade with Alton's scariest costumes and
comical characters featuring over 80 participants including floats, bands
and parade flair.
Free
For more information call 618-462-7527 |
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GREAT RIVER ROAD RUN
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2012
Registration begins at 8 am
Eagles Lodge, 426 E. Broadway
Annual race starts in downtown Alton and goes down the Great River Road
and back. Awards will be given, T-shirts to all who enter, plus post
race refreshments.
Registration fee.
For more information call 618-259-2261 or visit
www.altonroadrunners.org |
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ANNUAL GREEN GIFT BAZAAR
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2012
10 am - 4 pm
Riverbender.com Community Center, 200 W. Third Street
The Annual Green Gift Bazaar is a unique and Earth friendly event
that offers local, environmentally friendly gifts and products for
holiday wish-lists or for home use. Kids can make a free take-home
Holiday Nature Craft. Live holiday music and organic snacks and
drinks provided.
Free
For more information call 618-462-6802 |
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CHRISTMAS
WONDERLAND
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2012
Monday - Friday: 6 pm - 9 pm
Saturday - Sunday: 5 pm - 9 pm
Rock Springs Park on College Avenue
Drive through Rock Springs Park to see more 2.5 million lights adorning
trees and lighting displays throughout the park. Visitors are sure to be
captivated by the holiday spirit.
Admission is $7 for cars and small vans or
$1 per person for vehicles holding 10 or more persons.
For more information call 1-800-ALTON-IL or 618-465-6676 |
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JINGLE BELL RUN
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2012
Registration at 7 am, Race starts at 8 am
Gordon Moore Park,
Route 140
Get
in the spirit this holiday season at the Arthritis Foundation’s 5k, 1 mile
walk, 1/2 mile kid run Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis®. Be one of the
thousands of runners and walkers who hit the nation’s pavements, pathways
and parks this winter to fight arthritis, the nation’s most common cause of
disability. Jingle Bell Run/Walk® is a fun and festive way to kick off your
holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells
to your shoelaces. Run or walk a 5 k, 1 mile walk, 1/2 mile kid run route by
yourself or with team members and celebrate the season by giving.
Entry fee
For more information
visit
www.jinglebellalton.com |
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OLDE ALTON
ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2012
Saturday: 9 am to 5 pm
Sunday: 10 am to 4 pm
Alton High School, 4200 Humbert Road
Over 200 crafters display their wares at this
event that benefits the instrumental music program in the Alton School
District.
Admission on Saturday $2;
Admission on Sunday $1; Children under 12 are free
For more information call 618-259-5660 |
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PRIDE, INC.
CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2012
2 pm to 6 pm
Beautiful local homes and gardens in Beautifully
homes are aglow in the Alton and Godfrey area and the public is invited to
view various decorating styles and Christmas collections. Optional trolley
transportation offers an opportunity to enjoy the decorations without
driving!
Tickets are $12 and are available at the Alton Visitors Center, 200 Piasa Street. Trolley transportation is
an additional $12.
For more information call 618-467-2375 |
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ALTON EAGLE FESTIVAL
West Alton, MO & Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2013
10 am - 2 pm
The Audubon Center at Riverlands Environmental Demonstration Area&
Downtown Alton Illinois
Join in the fun for the kickoff of eagle watching season. See a live
bald eagle up close and personal. Meet and greet with knowledgeable
people from the area’s Eagle Watching Hot Spots to see what is in
store for the rest of the season. Receive a "bird band" and become
an official Alton Eagle Watcher. Bring the kids for fun activities
and crafts. Learn about eagle watching: how to spot eagles, where to
look, and what brings the eagles to this region each year. Then,
head back across the river to Downtown Alton for ice sculpting on
the streets and a wildlife art walk to view eagle and wildlife
photography displayed by artists from Alton and beyond!
Free
For more information call
1-800-258-6645 |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2013
10 am to 2 pm
Alton Visitors Center
The World Bird Sanctuary will be bringing a live Bald Eagle for the public
to view up close. Be sure to bring your camera.
After this personal encounter you can pick up an official All Around
Alton Eagle Watcher's Guide and set off along the Great River Road to
see eagles in their natural habitat.
Free
For more information call 1-800-258-6645 |
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JAC AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
Alton, IL |
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January 20 - February 26, 2012
Tues. - Sat hours are 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday hours: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
This exhibit features works by the winners of
last summer’s Juried Exhibit and includes pieces in media such as metal, oil,
paper, watercolor, and wood carving.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
East Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2013
12 pm to 4 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
An
educator from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with a live eagle
display in the classroom. Bring your camera to this free program
and then tour the National Great Rivers Museum and the Locks and Dam.
Free, donations appreciated
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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