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Calendar of Events
for Wood River, Hartford, East Alton and
Bethalto
Madison County, Illinois
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CROATIAN & ITALIAN FEST
Wood River, IL |
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Sunday, October 5, 2008
1 pm
- 8 pm
The
first descendents of Wood River were Croatian and Italian. Join us as we
celebrate the heritage of this 100 year old community. Activities will
include: Little Mr. & Mrs. Centennial Pageant, car show, Italian music,
heritage dancers, kids' games, bounce houses, bear zoo, lots of food and
drink. Dr. Zhivegas will take the stage for a live performance from 4 pm - 8
pm.
Free
For more information call
618-251-3100 |
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"FLAGS OVER THE MISSISSIPPI"
Hartford, IL |
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October 11 – October 12, 2008
10 am - 4 pm each day
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
New Poag Road and IL-3
The “Flags Over the Mississippi: Struggle for
the Empire” program covers the 18 th century struggle for control for the
Mississippi River Valley. This region, rich in natural resources, was fought
for as European nations struggled to build their New World empires. Come and
enjoy an interpretation of Spanish, French, British and American military
life.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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HALLOWEEN PARADE
Hartford, IL |
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Saturday, October 25, 2008
Line up at 12:30 pm at 7th Street Park
Starting time for the parade is 1 pm
This community-wide parade features local fire trucks, bands, floats and lots of kids
on foot and bicycles. Lots of candy for viewers with costume and float
judging and prizes.
Free
For more information call 618-251-2680 |
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ARRIVAL AT
CAMP RIVER DUBOIS
Hartford, IL |
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December 13 - December 14,
2008
10 am - 4 pm both days
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
New Poag Road and IL-3
Witness the arrival of the Lewis and Clark Expedition as reenactors arrive
at the mouth of the River Dubois to establish their 1803-04 Winter
Encampment. Join the members of the Corps in a military demonstration of
1803 U.S. Army Expedition. Visitors can experience camp life in early
Frontier Illinois, and watch demonstrations of period crafts and skills.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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BETHALTO SPIRIT
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS WALK
Bethalto, IL |
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Sunday,
December 14, 2008
3 pm - 7:30 pm
Prairie Street & Central Street
Step back into an era of horse and carriages, gas
street lights, sipping wassail and enjoying festive treats. Take in the
sights and sounds of this little Christmas Village decorated in the holiday
spirit with the sounds of hand bells and carolers floating in the evening
air.
Free
For more information call 618-377-0767 |
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"CAROLS WITH
THE BELLS"
Bethalto, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2008
7:30 pm
Cornerstone Church, 196 Moreland Road
Take time from the holiday bustle to enjoy the
beautiful voices of the Great Rivers Choral Society and the delightful
sounds of the Hand Bell Choir of Upper Alton Christian Ringers as together
they raise the spirit of this heavenly season with bells and song.
Advance sale tickets are $9 and $7 (for seniors
over 55) and $10 and $8 at the door
For more information call 618-465-2315
or visit www.grcs-sing.org |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
East Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2009
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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"WOMEN COME BY"
Hartford, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2009
10 am - 4 pm
Lewis & Clark State Historic Site
"Women come by," wrote William Clark.
What was it like for women of the early 1800's? Come observe frontier
women cook over an open fire, sew their family's garments and make candles.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
East Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2009
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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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2009
11 am, 1 pm, 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.
$5, $3 for children 12 and under, free for
children 3 and under
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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QUILT SHOW
Bethalto, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2009
9 am - 4 pm
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School, 910 Second Street
The Heartland Quilt Guild presents "Quilting
with My Friends" which features members' quilts, vendors,
demonstrations, door prizes and a craft table. A light lunch will be
available. Attendees will have a chance to win a hand-quilted quilt.
Admission is $4 for adults; children 12 and under
are free.
For more information call 618-377-7719 |
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WOOD
RIVER
RENDEZVOUS
Wood River, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2009
9 am - 5 pm both days
Camp
Dubois
Route 143 and Route 3
Celebrate the historical period between 1700 and 1840. See demonstrators
in period clothing, a black powder shoot, a "hawk" throw, fire
starting with flint and steel contests, children's and women's activities, period food
sales, crafts, Fife and Drum music, vendor sales of period items, contests, flag
raising, a battle each day at 2 pm, and much more. Period costumes encouraged for campers, crafters, and
other participants. Illustrations
of Lewis & Clark's epic journey are located on the trail around the
lake.
Free - donations encouraged
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more information call 618-940-2424 |
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LIVE PELICAN
PROGRAM
East Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2009
1 pm, & 2 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
Don't
miss this chance to see an American White Pelican up close at this half-hour
program. Naturalists from the World Bird Sanctuary will delight you with fun
facts and a live display.
Free
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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LIVE PELICAN
PROGRAM
East Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2009
1 pm, & 2 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
Don't
miss this chance to see an American White Pelican up close at this half-hour
program. Naturalists from the World Bird Sanctuary will delight you with fun
facts and a live display.
Free
For more information call 1-877-462-6979 |
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LEWIS & CLARK
“DEPARTURE DAYS”
BICYCLE RIDE
Hartford, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2009
Registration: 8:30 am - 10 am
Lewis and Clark State
Historic Site
Become a modern day explorer and pedal a portion
of the path taken by Lewis & Clark on routes of various distances over
flat to rolling terrain. 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,
$12
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114 |
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LEWIS & CLARK DEPARTURE DAYS
Hartford, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2009
10 am - 4 pm both days
Lewis & Clark State Historic
Site
Come and commemorate the departure of the Lewis
& Clark Expedition from Camp River Dubois as reenactors portray life as
members of the Corps of Discovery preparing for their epic trip west.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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MIDAMERICA RIVER EXPO
East Alton, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2009
9 am - 5 pm
National
Great Rivers Museum
#2 Lock & Dam Way, off of IL-143
This event kicks off the upcoming summer
recreation boating season with a safety celebration, hosted by the St.
Louis Coast Guard Auxiliary. Activities include: food, antique boat show,
segway rides, live pelican shows, boating classes, water safety programs
for kids along with an appearance by Seamoor, the water safety sea
serpent. Visitors also can
get a first hand look at radio controlled tugboats, submarines, ships, and
sailboats.
Free, Pre-registration is required by May 5 for
the boating classes.
For more information call 618-462-6979 |
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KIDS OF DISCOVERY
Hartford, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2009
10 am - 4 pm
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
New Poag Road and IL-3
Wanted!! Junior volunteers sought after to join the Corps of Discovery.
All volunteers and their parents should report to Lewis and Clark State
Historic Site to enlist in the Expedition to the Western Ocean. Volunteers
will be mustered into service based on their knowledge and skills in
frontier ways.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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BETHALTO FIREWORKS
Bethalto, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2009
St. Louis Regional Airport, Airport Drive
6 pm - 9:45 pm
Come out for fireworks at the Bethalto Fireworks
presented by Cornerstone Church. Activities include a car show, air
plane flyovers, horse rides, bounce houses, face painting, dunking
booth, games, volleyball, hot dog eating contest, root beer drinking
contest, and musical entertainment. The fireworks begin at 9:20 pm.
For more information call
618-377-8973 |
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WOOD RIVER TRI
Wood River, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2009
7 am
Wood River Aquatic Center
450m Swim, 12M Bike, 4M Run in 9 different age divisions. Entry fee
includes a souvenir T-shirt, complimentary brunch, and a day at The
Aquatic Center for the participant and their family.
Entry fee
For more information email tbunt@charter.net |
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HOMECOMING
Bethalto, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2009
Friday: 5 pm - Midnight
Saturday & Sunday: Noon - Midnight
Monday: Noon - 10 pm
Come to Bethalto Park for the 79th annual Bethalto Homecoming. This annual
Labor Day event features rides,
games, displays, crafts, large variety of foods,
bingo, and continuing free entertainment.
Free
For more information call 618-377-1072 |
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LEWIS
AND CLARK
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Hartford, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2009
10 am - 4 pm
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
New Poag Road and IL-3
This annual music event features musicians
playing fiddles, dulcimers, and flutes. This Music and Dance Festival features early
American, French, Spanish and Native American music traditional music in
venues both in and outdoors.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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ANNUAL FLY-IN
Bethalto, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2009
9 am - 2 pm
St. Louis Regional Airport,
8 Terminal Drive
The public is invited to this “wings and wheels" event to view display
aircraft, watch flybys and formation flying, and vintage automobiles.
Children ages 8-17 can experience the thrill of flight
in a single engine airplane provided by The Experimental Aircraft
Association and the Young Eagles for FREE! So come sign up your kids so they
can enjoy the ride. The event will take place weather permitting.
Free
For more information call 618-259-2531 or visit www.stlouisregional.com |
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