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Probable
Events
Dates, times, and other
details will change and will be listed as soon as we get updated
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ART EXHIBIT
Alton, IL |
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March 6 - April 11, 2009
Tues. - Sat hours are 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday hours: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
The
Jacoby Arts Center is featuring 17 of its member artists in its new exhibit,
Gallery Members’ Exhibition 2009. This exhibition brings together a diverse
group of 17 artists from throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area who are also
members of the JAC. The works in the exhibit range from paintings and digitally
manipulated images to metalsmithing, wearable art, and sculpture.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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WOODWORKING DEMONSTRATION
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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March 13 -
March 14,
2009
Friday: 1 pm
Saturday: 8 am
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
Come out and see the amazing woodworkings of Marion Paul. He will have tables
upon tables of items that he has created with his scroll saw. The detail of his
work is truly amazing.
Free
For more information call
618-786-2331 |
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QUILT SHOW
Bethalto, IL |
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Saturday, March 14, 2009
10 am - 3 pm
Villa Rose, 401 S. Moreland Street
This
annual quilt show features exhibitors that are willing to share their special
treasured quilts a day. The event features quilt displays, vendors, special
exhibits, a quilt raffle, and free refreshments.
Free.
For more information call 618-377-3239 |
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BIRDS OF PREY
PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, March 14,
2009
4 pm
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
Join the Treehouse Wildlife Center for the Birds of Prey program. Learn about
birds of prey, what they eat and their habitat in this live bird demonstration.
Free
For more information call
618-786-2331 |
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UFO SPRING
QUILTING RETREAT
Elsah |
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March 18 - March 20,
2009
Clean out the closet and get ready to tackle some of those UFOs -
Un-finished Objects. With instruction from Barb Marfell, you will: learn
to miter corners and tricks to binding your quilt. 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.
Registration Fee
For more information call 618-462-5881 |
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DOLL QUILTS
THROUGH TIME
Elsah |
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Friday, March 20,
2009
Pat Davis, former shop owner and instructor, has been quilting since the
1980s. Her trunk show and lecture will show doll quilts and their evolution
through various eras and quilting techniques. If you have a doll quilt -
antique or current - please bring it. There will be a special place in the
lecture for audience participation.
The
cost for the program and lunch is $20 per person. Advance ticket sales only
For more information call 618-462-5881 |
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SPRING EQUINOX
SUNRISE OBSERVANCE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday,
March 22, 2009
Arrive by 6:45 am
Collinsville Road
Observe the spring equinox sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and
function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a
solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is presented.
Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to
the site.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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ALTON ARTS & CRAFTS
EXPERIENCE
Alton, IL |
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March 27 - March 29, 2009
Friday & Saturday: 10 am. - 9:30 pm
Sunday:. Noon - 6 pm
Alton Square Mall, Homer Adams Parkway at Alton Square Mall Drive
A
wonderful variety of craft and artworks will be on display by the
craftspeople and artists who created the work. "Craft/Art in Action"
will include exhibitors working and demonstrating at various times
during the show.
Free
For more information call 1-847-
991-4748 |
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WOODLAND
WILDFLOWER WALK
Godfrey, IL |
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Saturday March 28, 2009
9 am
Talahi Lodge at the Olin Nature Preserve
Nature Institute guides will lead a 2-hour hike through the Olin
Nature Preserve and/or Mississippi Sanctuary to look for rare and common
wildflowers that bloom on the property every spring. Wear good hiking
shoes, and bring your camera, ID books, journal, and water.
Free, registration required
For more information call 618-466-9930 |
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