AINAD
SHRINE CIRCUS
Jerseyville, IL |
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
7:30 pm
American
Legion Park, 300 Veterans Parkway
Grab the kids and don't miss the annual Shriner's
Circus that brings the Big Top to life in Jerseyville.
$10 for adults and $8 for children
For more information call 618-874-1870 |
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FREE
CONCERTS
Edwardsville, IL |
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June 5 - August
21, 2008
Every Thursday at 8 pm
As part of the Arts in the Park program the city
of Edwardsville and the Madison County Arts Council sponsor concerts at
the bandstand in Edwardsville City Park by the Edwardsville Municipal Band.
Free
For
more information call 618-692-7538 |
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SCHWEITZERFEST
Highland, IL |
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June 6 - June 8, 2008
Saturday: 12 pm - 12 am
Sunday: 12 pm - 10 pm
Downtown on the Square
The Highland Jaycees sponsor the annual
Homecoming celebration called the Schweizerfest, celebrates city's Swiss
heritage. There will be a huge assortment of foods, beverages, rides, &
games on Saturday and Sunday. There will be a large parade on Saturday and
Sunday evenings. There is also a live band for Friday night with beer, soda,
and brats available. Come join the fun!
Free
For more information call 618-910-1981 |
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ST. ELIZABETH
PARISH PICNIC
Granite City, IL |
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June
6 - June 8, 2008
2300 Pontoon Road
Friday features a fish fry from 4 to 7 pm, Saturday features Pigs 'n blanket
from 4 to 7 pm, and on Sunday there’s all you can eat chicken dinner from
noon to 6 pm. All three days features carnival rides, food, bingo, kids’
activities, and live entertainment.
Free
For
more information call
618-877-3300 |
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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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NATIVE PLANT
SALE & EXPO
Godfrey, IL |
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Saturday, June 7, 2008
9 am - 12 pm
Talahi Lodge at the Olin Nature Preserve
This annual events features exhibits by local nurseries,
landscapers, and clubs. Wildflower walks through the Kemp and Kora
Hutchinson Bird Sanctuary and woodland areas will be scheduled. How-to
sessions include growing, planting, and designing a wildflower garden.
Free
For more information call 618-466-9930 |
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KIDS OF DISCOVERY
Hartford, IL |
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Saturday June 7, 2008
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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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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INTERNATIONAL
HORSERADISH FESTIVAL
Collinsville, IL |
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June 7 -
June 8, 2008
Woodland Park, IL-159 and Pine Lake Road
Saturday: 10:30 am - 10 pm
Sunday: 10:30 am - 7 pm
This is one of Illinois’ hottest festivals. Collinsville is the self
proclaimed "Horseradish Capital of the World" with two-thirds of
the U.S. horseradish crop being grown in the area. Participate in unique events such as a "root
derby" and "root sacking," along with such activities like cooking contests, and plenty of entertainment, food
and family fun.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-344-2884
or visit www.horseradishfestival.com |
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PRIDE, INC.
HOME & GARDEN TOUR
Alton, IL |
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Sunday June 8, 2008
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 888-467-2375 |
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FREE
FISHING CLINICS
Alton, IL |
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Weekdays, June 9 – August 1, 2008
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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ROUTE 66 FESTIVAL
Edwardsville, IL |
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June 13 - June 14, 2008
Edwardsville City Park
Friday: 4 pm - Midnight
Saturday 11 pm - Midnight
Hosted by the Edwardsville & Glen Carbon Chamber of Commerce this
annual festival features a large variety of family entertainment,
artisan's village,
great food, classic car show, and cruise night.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For more information call 618-656-7600 |
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ROUTE 66
BICYCLE RIDE
Edwardsville, IL |
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Saturday, June 14, 2008
Registration: 8:30 am - 10 am
Get your kicks on this pleasant ride that takes
cyclists to some of the scenic parts of Route 66. The ride follows routes
of various distances along flat to rolling terrain with no big hills.
Return to the Route 66 Festival for food and more fun!
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$12
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114 |
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STATE STREET
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Jerseyville,
IL |
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Saturday, June 14,
2008
3
pm - 11 pm
Downtown Jerseyville
This annual street
festival in downtown Jerseyville features bands from different music
genres, food,
and beverages. For the kids there are interactive activities and prizes.
Free
For more information call 618-639-5222 |
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POPS & JAZZ
FUND RAISER
Godfrey, IL |
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Saturday, June 14, 2008
7 pm
Lewis & Clark Community College
5800 Godfrey Road (Route 67)
Don't miss this evening of entertainment from the
Alton Symphony Orchestra that will again include renowned guest artists, a
silent auction and other special events. An evening promising fun and
entertainment for all.
Tickets: $20
For more information call 618-467-2326 or visit www.altonsymphony.org |
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GLEN CARBON HOMECOMING
Glen Carbon, IL |
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June
20 - June 21, 2008
Friday: 5 pm - 12 pm
Saturday: 4 pm - 12 pm
Main Street, Old Town Glen Carbon
This annual event features a carnival & pony
rides, black jack, dice & carnival games, live entertainment, karaoke & guitar
hero, a wine bar & beer garden, variety of foods, a parade, and fireworks at
dusk on Saturday.
Free
For more information call
618-288-1200 |
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ANNUAL
JURIED
EXHIBITION
Alton, IL |
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June 20 - August 3, 2008
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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ILL ROCKFEST 2008
Otterville, IL |
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Saturday, June 21, 2008
Noon
Free family day and rock concert featuring
inflatables, games, food vendors, and Christian music.
Free
For more information call 618-498-2204 |
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WOOD COLLECTORS
PROGRAM
Kampsville, IL |
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Saturday, June 21, 2008
9 am
- 4 pm
McCully Heritage Project
The International Wood Collectors Society will be holding a regional meeting at
the McCully Heritage Project. The Society is a non-profit society devoted to
distributing information on collecting wood, correctly identifying and naming
wood specimens, and using wood in creative crafts. An auction of wood related
items will take place at 1 pm. The event will include wood turning
demonstrations; hand-made items for sale; examples of wood collections and
wood-related displays.
Free
For more information call
618-653-4687 |
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CELEBRATION
OF
BROADWAY
Alton, IL |
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June 21 - June 22, 2008
10 am to 4 pm
Join this shopping extravaganza on Broadway.
There will be sidewalk sales, pet parade, free children's activities, and a children's
fashion show.
Free
For
more information call 618-463-1016 |
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SUMMER
SOLSTICE
SUNRISE OBSERVANCE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, June 22, 2008
Arrive by 5:20 am
Collinsville Road
Observe the summer solstice 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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ALL WHEELS
DRIVE CAR SHOW
Alton, IL |
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Sunday June 22, 2008
8 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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GREAT RIVERS
TOWBOAT FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL |
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June
28 - June 29, 2008
HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO HIGH FLOOD WATERS
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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ALTON BLOCK
PARTY
Alton, IL |
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Saturday, June 28, 2008
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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BETHALTO FIREWORKS
Bethalto, IL |
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Sunday, June 29, 2008
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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FESTIVAL AND FIREWORKS
Granite City, IL |
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June 29 - July 4, 2008
Wilson Park, 2900 Benton Street
The Granite City Park District's celebration includes carnival rides,
concerts, carriage rides, food, and entertainment. Fireworks at 9:15 pm on
the 4th at the Coolidge Middle School Grounds, 3231 Nameoki Road.
Free
For more information call 618-877-3059 |
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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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NATIVE AMERICAN
POTTERY DEMONSTRATION
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday June 23, 2007
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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