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ANNUAL SWAP MEET
& FLEA MARKET
Jersey County, IL
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May
3 - May 4, 2008
7 am - dark both days
Tri-County Antique Club Grounds
Illinois Route 3 between Grafton and Jerseyville
Come buy, swap, sell at the
annual Tri-County Antique Club swap meet and flea market.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3803
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GRAFTON
FLOOD FEST
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Saturday,
May 17, 2008
11 am - 11 pm
Mason Hollow Park, Main & Springfield
Activities include the Jon Boat Parade, crowning
of the Catfish Queen, games for children, Washers Tournament, Body Building
Sand Hurling contest - live entertainment - Grafton's Famous Fish, Beer
Wagon, and more.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-7000
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GREAT
GRAFTON
PUB CRAWL
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, May 31, 2008
Be a part of the Barstool Open featuring ten
holes of miniature golf at participating bar and grill locations in Grafton.
Scorecards are $10 each and include: T-shirt, shuttle transportation and
cardholder drink and food specials. Scorecards may be purchased at all
participating pubs and wineries. Prizes will be awarded to the golfer with
the best score for all 10 holes.
For
more information call
618-786-7678
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TOUR DE CURE
BIKE RIDE
Grafton, IL
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Saturday, June
7, 2008
Raging Rivers Water Park
Check-In Time: 6:30 am - 7:30 am
Start Time: 7 am 100 milers, 7:15 am 50 milers, 8 am 20 milers
Join hundreds of cyclists in this fund raising event for the American
Diabetes Association. Travel along the Great
River Road, flat & moderately hilly country roads on routes of 20, 50,
and 100 miles crossing ferries
and bridges. There will be support vehicles patrolling the routes and
stocked rest stops every 9 to 12 miles. Enjoy a free lunch courtesy of
Growler's Pub and free entry
to Raging Rivers Water Park!
Registration and minimum fund raising requirement
For
more information call 1-888-DIABETES
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TWO RIVERS
FAMILY FISHING FAIR
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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Saturday, June
7, 2008
10 am to 4 pm
A family event held in celebration of National Fishing week and Illinois Free
Fishing days. Fair goers will learn
knot tying, fish identification, fish cleaning, casting, and many other skills.
Games, activities, and learning stations for kids of all ages, including a 5,000
gallon aquarium stocked with local fish. Refreshments will be available.
Children will receive an assortment of educational materials and a free prize. No license or fishing
gear is needed.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323
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GREAT RIVERS
TOWBOAT FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL
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June
28 - June 29, 2008
Grafton Riverfront
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm
Catch a rare glimpse inside the giant towboats that travel America's Great
Rivers. Conditions permitting, there will be a boat docked on the
riverfront at the corner of Water & Market Streets (Route 3) for tours
from noon to 4 pm on both days. Live music performed throughout the
weekend. Company flags on display and special river-towboat exhibits
throughout the festival.
Free
For more information call 618-786-7000
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NATIVE AMERICAN
POTTERY DEMONSTRATION
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2008
9:30 am
Meet at the log cabin near the Visitor Center
Learn how Native Americans created pots, dishes, and ceremonial items at
this pottery demonstration. After a lecture on this ancient craft,
participants will will get hands on experience in making a bowl or a piece
of primitive art that they can take home with them.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3323
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FIREWORKS ON THE
WATERFRONT
Grafton, IL
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Friday,
July 4, 2008
Grafton Riverfront
Fireworks at dusk
Grafton business owners will be offering food and
drink specials, live entertainment and games for children. Then watch the fireworks over the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois
Rivers from the decks of one of the many businesses or from a spot on the
riverbank.
For more information call 618-786-7000
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BLESSING OF THE
FLEET
Portage des Sioux, MO
Grafton, IL
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Saturday
July 19, 2008
Participating boats will launch at 1 pm from the
Yacht Club of St. Louis proceeding downstream or Harbor
Point proceeding upstream in the main channel
of the Mississippi River. About 2:15 p.m. the parade will arrive
at Our Lady of the Rivers Shrine in Portage des Sioux, and end in
Grafton. The parade
will be visible from the Great River Road.
Free
For
more information call 314-960-4646
or visit www.blessingofthefleetstl.com
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BOBCATS
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2008
10 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Come discover the mysteries of the bobcat . Placed on the Illinois' first
list of threatened species in 1977, these animals are indigenous to
Illinois and prefer large forested or wooded areas like Pere Marquette
State Park.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3323
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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2008
8:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Learn about the park's natural history and experience the beauty of nature
by hiking along one of the many hiking trails. Wear good hiking shoes and
bring binoculars for this adventure that will last about 2 hours.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323
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9TH ANNUAL ELSAH
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
Elsah
July 26 - October 18, 2008
Friday - Sunday, 1 pm to 4 pm
Village of Elsah Museum
Amateur and professional photographers will be
displaying photographs of the Village of Elsah and the immediate area in
every season in an exhibit entitled "Colors and Contrasts
of Elsah."
Free
Click here for additional information
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ANNUAL
OLDEN DAYS FESTIVAL
Jersey County, IL
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August 23 -
August 24, 2008
Saturday:
7 am - 7 pm
Sunday: 7 am - 5 pm
Tri-County Antique Club Grounds
Illinois Route 3 between Grafton and Jerseyville
Antique Tractors and Farm Equipment. Learn how people used to live from a
variety of demonstrations. Arts & Crafts, Antique Car Show, Food and
Live Entertainment!
Adults $3, Children under 12 admitted free.
For more information call 618-639-4192
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9-11
BOAT PARADE
Grafton, IL
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Thursday,
September 11, 2008
6 pm
Grafton Harbor, 215 W. Water Street
Join in paying honor to our soldiers and remember
our fellow Americans that died on this day. The parade begins at Grafton
Harbor and proceeds down the Mississippi River.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-7678
or visit www.graftonharbor.net
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APPLES TO ART
ART FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL
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September
20 - September 21, 2008
10 am - 5 pm
Grove Park, Downtown Grafton
This annual art festival features artists
displaying and selling their work, an apple bake-off, live music, a pet
parade, and children's activities.
Free
For more information call 618-786-7000
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GIRLS ON GRAPES,
BOYS ON BREW
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2008
2 pm - 6 pm
Grafton Boatworks at the Loading Dock, Front Street
Enjoy a sampling of wine, beer and food from
local restaurants and local wineries..
$20 per person. Proceeds will go to the Alton
Memorial Hospital White Cross Auxiliary.
For
more information call 618-462-4499
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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2008
8:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Learn about the park's natural history and experience the beauty of nature
by hiking along one of the many hiking trails. Wear good hiking shoes and
bring binoculars for this adventure that will last about 2 hours.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323
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4TH ANNUAL
ELSAH FALL
QUILT RETREAT
Elsah, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2008
Enjoy 3 days of quilting, food, & fun.
Package includes learning to make a double wedding ring quilt with an
easy piecing method with instructor Barb Marfell. International Quilting
Teacher, Carol Owens, will present "Still Stripping" on
Friday. Stay in one
of Elsah’s unique B&Bs, lunch and dinner provided by My Just
Desserts, guided walking tour of the Village of Elsah, and an evening
house tour.
Package Price: $239
Double; $283 Single; Class & Meals Only - $110
For more information call 618-462-5881
or 618-374-1607
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"STILL STRIPPING"
Elsah, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2008
10 am
Elsah Civic Center, 51 Mill Street
Carol Owens, International Quilt Teacher, will
present her humorous program on quilt stripping.
$20 per person which includes lunch by My Just
Desserts; tickets must be purchased in advance.
For more information call 618-374-1607 or 618-642-5881
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BECOMING AN
OUTDOORS WOMAN
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2008
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources
invites women to attend a weekend of adventurous outdoor activities.
You can try charting a course, calling a bird, shooting a bow,
firing a shot, tying a fly, catching a fish, building a campfire and more.
Attendees enjoy the natural beauty of Illinois, companionship,
exercise and skill building. Program
instructors provide a supportive, safe, nonthreatening and noncompetitive
learning environment. The
program is open to all women age 18 or older.
A
fee of $150 per person includes lodging, meals and all instruction
For more information
contact Mitch Ingold at mingold@dnrmail.state.il.us
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NATIVE AMERICAN
POTTERY DEMONSTRATION
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2008
9:30 am
Meet at the playground near the camping area
Learn how Native Americans created pots, dishes, and ceremonial items at
this pottery demonstration. After a lecture on this ancient craft,
participants will will get hands on experience in making a bowl or a piece
of primitive art that they can take home with them.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3323
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FALL FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL
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October
4 - October 5, 2008
Saturday 11 am - 11 pm
Sunday 11 - 6 pm
St. Patrick’s Church on Route 100
Enjoy fall festival fun all weekend long near the
riverfront in Grafton. They’ll be serving up fish, brats, delicious
homemade pies, and other goodies. In addition, there will be crafts, theme
baskets, thousands of pumpkins & colorful gourds, & Indian corn, a
country store, basket raffle, kids' games, bingo, charitable games,
washers and much more. The "Night Owls" will be performing on
Saturday with Dan Sproat entertaining throughout the day Sunday. Pancakes
and sausage will be served Sunday morning from 8 am to 11 am.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3512
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AUTUMN
MARKET
Elsah,
IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
Thursdays
- Sundays, 10 am - 3 pm
Farley Music Hall, Mill Street
Plan to make a stop to visit this collection of
artists and crafters who will be displaying their wares for sale.
Everything from antiques to collectibles & handicrafts will be
available. A luncheon area will be set-up and catered by Marie Kallal.
Free
For more information call 618-786-2428
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SCARECROW FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
Scarecrow and carved pumpkins displayed throughout the village of Grafton
welcome you to this lovely Riverton hamlet nestled between the Illinois
and Mississippi Rivers.
Free
For more information call 618-786-7000
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OWLS!
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
Meet at the Visitors Center
A variety of owls inhabit Pere Marquette State Park and the surrounding
area. A lecture by the Park staff will tell you what these bird sound like
and the individual habits of each species. After the lecture there will be
a short 1 1/2 mile hike (part of the hike is uphill) to listen for these
fascinating birds. After the hike there will be a marshmallow roast.
Please bring one flashlight per family. Marshmallows and drinks will be
provided.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3323
Click here for more on Owls
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NATURE HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
8:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Learn about the park's natural history and experience the beauty of nature
by going on this six mile hike along several of the Park's many hiking trails. Wear good hiking shoes
and bring a snack, a camera, and binoculars.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323
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AUTUMN COLORS
DRIVE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
Meet at the Visitors Center at 2 pm both days
Come join the staff on a scenic drive to view the natural beauty that is
unique to Pere Marquette State Park. A lottery will be held to decide who
will be able to ride with the Park Interpreter with the rest following in
their own vehicles.
The drive will stop at a local restaurant
and will return to the Park at approximately 7 pm.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323
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FALL COLORS WALK
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
Meet at the Visitors Center at 10 am
Pere Marquette comes alive with color in the fall. Join the Park's staff
for a walk to experience the brilliant colors and the many other wonders of
nature first hand. The hikes are approximately 2 miles and last about 2
hours. Don't forget comfortable shoes and a camera.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323
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GRAFTON
RENDEZVOUS
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
10 am - 4:30 pm daily
Grafton Riverfront
This event celebrates the pre-1840's fur trade era with reenactors camping
along the the Illinois River in teepees and period tents. Activities
includes tomahawk and knife throwing competitions, black powder and
archery contests, and
other period demonstrations, food, crafts, and live entertainment.
Free
For more information call 314-251-4916
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FOOD IN THE FOREST
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2008
Meet at the Visitors Center at 9:30 am
A lecture will be given on wild edible plants
followed by a hike to identify the plants that can be found in the Park.
Some of the plants will be available to sample after the hike. The program
lasts approximately 3 hours. Bring comfortable shoes and an appetite.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3323
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
Grafton
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2008
1 pm - 3 pm
City Hall on Main Street
The World Bird Sanctuary will be bringing "Liberty the American Bald Eagle" for the public
to view a real live Bald Eagle up close. Have your picture taken with Liberty for a $5
donation.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3344
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TASTE OF CHOCOLATE
Grafton, IL
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Saturday,
December 6, 2008
1 pm - 4 pm
Grafton Methodist Church Annex, Main Street
Taste the chocolates of Grafton! Enjoy a plate of
homemade chocolate desserts donated by different businesses and
restaurants in Grafton. There will be many different goodies from which to
choose from. Recipe booklets are available for $2.50 each.
This is a great time to shop for all on your Christmas list!
Tickets are a $5.00 donation
For more information call 618-786-7000
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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Elsah, IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2008
3 pm - 6:30 pm
Activities throughout the afternoon
Christmas carols, horse drawn carriage rides, a tree lighting at dusk,
Santa Claus, bake sale, and museum open house.
House Tour from 3 pm - 5:45 pm, tickets are $15 per
person.
Special Christmas dinner by My Just Desserts at 7
pm ($34.95, reservations required.)
For more information call 618-374-2821
or visit www.elsahevents.com
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TRADITIONAL RUG
HOOKING RETREAT
Elsah,
IL
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2009
Join us in Elsah for a two-day traditional rug
hooking retreat. Learn the art of traditional rug hooking through this
retreat designed for beginners or students interested in improving their
skills. This class will be taught by Kathy Meentemeyer, a McGown certified
teacher. In addition, this quilt retreat includes an overnight at one of
Elsah's bed and breakfast inns, catered meals by My Just Desserts, a house
tour and a walking tour of the village.
Call
My Just Desserts for more information or to register at 618-462-5881 or
618-374-1607. Space is limited!
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BALD
EAGLE
VIEWING PROGRAMS
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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Selected
days during December, 2008
& January and February, 2009
8:30 am
Visitor Center
A video presentation is followed by an observational drive. Dress warm and
have a full tank of gas. Binoculars are recommended.
Free, reservations required
For more information call 618-786-3323
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WAGON WHEEL SPRING QUILTING RETREAT
Elsah
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2009
Make a Wagon Wheel quilt using no "Y"
seams, under the instruction of Barb Marfell. Quilting expert Halley Bone
will present a program on "The History of Crazy Quilts and Victorian
Fabrics." In addition, this quilt retreat includes two nights at one
of Elsah's bed and breakfast inns, catered meals by My Just Desserts, a
house tour and walking tour of the village.
For more information call 618-462-5881
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