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February 2008
Calendar of Events
in the
Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway Area
JAC AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
Alton, IL
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January 11 - February 24, 2008
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 by Leah Gallant-McFall,
Ken Konchel, Roxanne Phillips, Snail Scott, Jeff Vaugh and Patrica Vivod working in media such as photography, digital art, painting and
fibers/textiles.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222
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BALD
EAGLE
VIEWING PROGRAMS
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL
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Selected
days during February, 2008
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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EAGLE
MEET & GREET
East Alton, IL
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Sunday, February 3, 2008
Sunday, February 10, 2008
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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WINTER BIRD WALK
Kampsville, IL
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Sunday, February 10, 2008
2 pm
McCully Heritage Project, Meet at
Farm House
1 mile south of Kampsville, off Route 100
Winter is a great time to appreciate the wild birds in our area. Despite the
weather there are still plenty of birds out there, Join professional birder
Johanna Shipley for a slow paced mile walk to see how many birds you can
identify, Afterwards there will be coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies.
Free
For more information call 618-653-4687
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EAGLES ON THE BLUFFS
Godfrey
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Sunday, February 16, 2008
9 am - 11 am
The Nature Institute
2213 S. Levis Lane
The TNI staff will provide a short program on eagle ecology and then lead
a guided hike to look for eagles in their natural element. Afterwards there
will be chili, hotdogs, and hot chocolate. Children can make and take home
eagle crafts. Dress warm, bring binoculars, scopes, and a camera. In case of
bad weather the program will be rescheduled.
$5
For
more information call 618-466-9930
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MASTERS OF THE SKY
East Alton, IL
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February 16 - February 18, 2008
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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MOONLIGHT HIKE
Godfrey, IL
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Wednesday, February 20, 2008
7 pm
The Mississippi Sanctuary, 2213 S. Levis Lane
Join a trained Sierra Club volunteer and take a
leisurely moonlit hike through the Mississippi Sanctuary, a 37-acre area
of grand vistas and spectacular scenery, including waterfalls and
wildlife. After the hour long hike there will be free snacks and beverages
on the porch at Talahi Lodge.
Free
For more information call 618-462-6802
or visit illinois.sierraclub.org/piasapalisades
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ART EXHIBIT
Alton, IL
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February 28 - April 13, 2008
Tues. - Sat hours are 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday hours: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
Works on Paper: The Jacoby Arts Center is hosting a gallery full
of Works on Paper that features the work of Judith M. Felch, Bob Huber,
Michael Kathriner, Dennis Ringering, James Stice, and Joanne
Stremsterfer.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222
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Probable
Events
Dates, times, and other
details will change and will be listed as soon as we get updated
information.
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JANUARY
2008
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MARCH
2008
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This Calendar of Events provides listings free of charge
for events that are of interest to visitors to
the area. To have your event listed here contact the webmaster.
We reserve the right to limit content. We also will provide a web page free of charge for the
event to cover more details for Non-Profit Community Organizations.
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