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Visitors Guide for Events
September 2013
Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway Area
Madison, Jersey & Calhoun Counties, Illinois |
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We regularly update this
calendar to provide you with up to date information on a
variety of events that take place in the Meeting of the
Great Rivers Scenic Byway Area. Changes are made when we
gather more information or when we learn of an event. If you
know of an event that you would like to see posted contact
the webmaster. We hope you enjoy
the events you choose to attend. |
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GUIDED PRAIRIE WALKS
Alton, IL |
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April through October, 2013
Second and fourth Thursdays
North Side of Gordon Moore
Park, 4550 College Avenue
Gordon Moore Park, 4550 College Avenue
Enjoy an evening walk as a guide from the Nature Institute leads you through
the Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park. The park hosts nine species of
native prairie grasses and 150 prairie wildflowers that are native to
Madison County and surrounding Illinois counties. If you want to see
wildflowers this is a great place and time to visit.
Free
For more information call
618-466-9930 |
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WATER SKI SHOW
Godfrey, IL |
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May 30 - September 5, 2013
Every Thursday evening at
7 pm weather permitting
Great River Road (IL-3) and Clifton Terrace Road on the River
Come down to the Alton Water
Ski and Wakeboard Club’s ski site on the Mississippi River and join in the
fun. The Ski Club provides an hour-themed show every Thursday at the site.
Various water ski acts include jumps, swivel acts, girls ballet, barefooting
and wakeboarding. Bring your lawn chair and find your spot on our beach.
Free
For
more information
visit
www.altonski.com |
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JERSEYVILLE FARMERS &
ARTISANS MARKET
Jerseyville, IL |
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June 25 - September 24, 2013
Tuesdays: 4 pm - 7 pm
Jerseyville Public Library Parking Lot, 105 N. Liberty Street
The market offers locally
grown produce & artisan items including blackberries, sweet corn, tomatoes,
peppers, peaches, handmade soaps, jewelry, pottery, baskets, recycled crafts,
and much more!
Free
For more information call 618-498-6402 |
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Godfrey, IL |
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August 30 - October 27, 2013
Glazebrook Park, 1401 Stamper Lane
Fridays: 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturdays: 10 am - 10 pm
Sundays: 1 pm to dusk
Seven acre outdoor maze using tall corn as walls. Special events will be
held during the open months (September and October)
Admission Fee. Group rates and rentals available
For more information, or for group reservations, call 618-466-1483 |
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JERSEY COUNTY
VICTORIAN FESTIVAL
Jerseyville, IL |
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August 31 - September 2, 2013
7 am - 5 pm daily
Located 1.5 miles north of Jerseyville on Route 67 at the 60 acre Hazel
Dell farm
Large Civil War reenactment, sutlers, arts, crafts, antiques, large
variety of festival food, steam engines, draft horses, tractors,
threshing, saw milling, and plowing. The festival is centered around the
1866 Fulkerson Mansion, which is open for tours.
Adults-$10, Children under 13 free. Free
parking.
For more information call 618-498-5590 |
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CALHOUN
COUNTY FAIR
Hardin, IL |
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September 5 - September 8, 2013
Calhoun County Fair Grounds
Special events, variety of foods, parade,
4H, livestock, and agricultural exhibits.
For
more information call 618-576-2312 |
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LEWIS
AND CLARK
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Hartford, IL |
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Saturday, September 7, 2013
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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ATLATL COMPETITION
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, September 14, 2013
10
am - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
The
atlatl is the weapon that transformed early humans from scavengers to
big-game hunters such as the mammoth and the mastodon and predates the
bow and arrow by thousands of years. The Missouri Atlatl Association, a
group of primitive weapon enthusiasts will hold its annual competition
and demonstration of this ancient spear throwing device.
Free
For more information call 618-346-5160 |
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GIRLS ON GRAPES
BOYS ON BREW
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, September 14, 2013
1 pm - 5 pm
The
Loading Dock, 401 E. Front Street
Enjoy a sampling of delicious wine, beer, and food from Grafton area
restaurants and local wineries. The event will be held in the Historic
Boatworks at the Loading Dock in Grafton. Proceeds benefit Alton Memorial
Hospital's White Cross Auxiliary. Dress is casual.
Tickets required; must be 21.
For more information call 618-463-7872 |
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WINE CLUB GET-TOGETHER
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday,
September 14, 2013
2 pm - 5 pm
Join us in the Mary Michelle
Winery Tasting Room the second Saturday of each month and enjoy appetizers
and wine tasting! Featuring Opera Prima Sweet White! Free for Wine Club
Members. Not a Wine Club Member? No worries! It is easy to join and includes
all kinds of benefits like discounts on lodging, dining and, of course,
wine! $20 for a lifetime membership which includes a free commemorative
Pere Marquette Lodge Wine Glass!
For more information call 618-786-2331 ext 338 |
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ANNUAL
ART FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL |
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September 14 - September 15, 2013
Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm
Grove Park, Downtown Grafton
Beautiful art will be on display at the 7th Annual Grafton Art in
the Park. Enjoy live music, food vendors, art activities, demonstrations and
artists presenting their handmade art, fine art, paintings, photography,
glass, jewelry and much more.
Free
For more information call 618-786-2823 or 618-786-7000 |
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APPLE A DAY BICYCLE RIDE
Marine, IL |
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Sunday,
September 15, 2013
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
Mills Apple Farm, 11477
Pocahontas Road
Apples are in abundance on
this pleasant pedal through the rural Madison County countryside on short,
medium, and long routes on Flat to gently rolling terrain with no big hills.
Upon returning, riders can pick apples and enjoy fresh baked fruit pies,
barbeque and drinks for purchase.
Fees: On-line - $8 member, $13
non-member, $3 child. Day of ride - $10 member, $15 non-member, $3
child
For more information visit
www.trailnet.org |
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ITALIAN FEST
Collinsville, IL |
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September 20 - September 21, 2013
Main Street, downtown Collinsville
11 am - 10 pm
This annual festival, which began in 1984, features the Paisan Pedal Push,
5K Run-Walk, continuous entertainment on three stages, Fest Olympics,
Italian Cooking Contest, Bocce Ball, Grape Stomp, Wine Garden, Craft Fair,
Wine Making Contest, a Children’s area and But, the real calling card
for the Italian Fest continues to be the authentic Italian fare.
Free
For more information visit www.italianfest.net |
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MILES FOR MESO
Alton, IL |
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Saturday, September 21, 2013
7 am -
10 am
Simmons Law Firm, 1 Court
Street
This annual event is
5K Race & 2K Fun Run/Walk that winds
through the historic, brick streets of downtown Alton. Cash prizes will be
awarded to the top elite runners and the top three finishers in the age
group race. Age group medals will also be awarded.
Registration Fee. 100
percent of registration fees benefit research for mesothelioma, one of the
most aggressive types of cancer.
For more information
visit visit the
event website |
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FALL EQUINOX
SUNRISE OBSERVANCE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, September 22, 2013
Arrive by 6:20 am
Collinsville Road
Observe the fall 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 618-346-5160 |
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NATURE/CULTURE
HIKE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, September 28, 2013
9:30 am - 1 pm
Collinsville Road
Take a three mile hike with an archaeologist and a naturalist through
various habitats. Learn about the cultural and natural resources,
excavation results, and native uses of plants of Cahokia Mounds.
Canceled in case of rain.
Free
For more information call 618-346-5160 |
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FALL CORN FESTIVAL
Godfrey, IL |
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Saturday, September 28, 2013
11 am - 6 pm
Glazebrook Park, 1401 Stamper Lane
This annual fall corn festival includes music, petting zoo, pony
rides, inflatables, games, arts & crafts, face painting, games,
vendors , a Corn Eating Contest, and the Great
Godfrey Corn Maze.
Free to festival, some activities require a fee
For more information call 618-466-1483 |
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GRAFTON RIVERSIDE
FLEA MARKET
Grafton, IL |
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September 28 - September 29, 2013
Grafton Boatworks, Water Street
9 am - 5 pm
Grafton is host to one of the area's largest flea markets in the
voluminous Boatworks building alongside the Loading Dock. You won't
want to miss this fabulous flea market on the river! 70+ dealers
with all types of goods, antiques glassware, tools, candles,
furniture and good old-fashioned junk!
Free
For
more information call
618-786-8210 |
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APPLE FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, September 29, 2013
11 am - 3 pm
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
Set right in the heart of Illinois apple country, Pere Marquette Lodge is
excited to celebrate a delicious staple in every American diet…apples.
Whether they are green, red or a mixture of the two, apples will be the star
of the day and Pere Marquette Lodge has plenty to celebrate. Apple Festival
goers will enjoy live music as they peruse specialty vendors who sell
everything from warm apple pie to the areas best apple cider and even apple
crafts and jewelry. Try your luck at the Apple Pie Walk at 2pm and you could
take home an Apple Pie of your very own. Proceeds will be donated to the
Friends of Pere Marquette State Park Foundation.
Free
For more information call
618-786-2331 ext. 338 |
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ARTIFACT
IDENTIFICATION DAY
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, September 29, 2013
Noon - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
Archaeologists will identify artifacts brought in by the public, as to
culture, time period, material and function. No monetary appraisals will
be given.
Free
For more information call 618-346-5160 |
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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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ART
EXHIBIT
Alton, IL |
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August 24 - September 29 , 2012
Tuesday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
A Group Show: Rural Minds
Inspiring Design features the works of artists Christopher Brennan, Ben
Cohan, and David Linneweh. The exhibit’s influence of rural living is
interpreted very uniquely through the eyes of each of these artists.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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COMMUNITY DANCE
Elsah, IL |
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Saturday, September 8, 2012
7 pm
- 10 pm
Farley's Music Hall, 37 Mill Street
The
Historic Elsah Foundation is sponsoring an evening of Contra dancing, where
couples dance in two facing lines. Live music will be provided by Wayne
Schell and friends. All dances will be taught - no experience or partner
necessary.
$6 a person or $15 a family
For more information,
call 618-618-447-1127 |
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HARVEST FEST
Jerseyville, IL |
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September 14 - September 16, 2012
Friday hours are 5 pm - 11 pm
Saturday hours are 11 am - 11 pm
Sunday hours are 10:30 am - 10 pm
St. Francis Xavier Holy Ghost School
This family Fall Festival
features games for kids and adults with entertainment for the whole family.
There are numerous food stands, including fried fish, grilled pork chops and
roasted sweet corn. The Harvest Fest also features a full country store with
crafts, baked goods and much more and a huge basket raffle and grand prize
drawing. There will be live entertainment throughout the weekend.
Free
For more information call
618-498-4823 |
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ST. AMBROSE APPLEFEST
Godfrey, IL |
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September 14 - September 16, 2012
St. Ambrose Church, 820 Homer Adams Pkwy.
St. Ambrose Church in Godfrey is holding its annual Applefest. The event
will feature music, a 100-plus Basket Raffle, $5,000 Money Raffle, St.
Ambrose Got Talent Show, inflatables, games, paintball, fair food, spaghetti
dinner, and more!
Free
For more information call 618-466-2921 |
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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, September 15, 2012
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 ext. 1
Click here for more on hiking at Pere
Marquette State Park |
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MISSISSIPPI EARTHTONES FESTIVAL
Alton, IL |
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Saturday, September 15, 2012
12 pm -
10 pm
Riverfront Park
Join
the celebration of Illinois Watersheds through Education, Recreation, and
Conservation. This sustainable festival offers live music, food and
beverages, children’s activities, Arts and Crafts, an Eco-Village, and more!
Free
For more information call 618-462-6802
or visit visit the
event website |
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PONY RIDES
Edwardsville, IL |
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September 23 – October 14, 2012
Noon - 4 pm
Liberty Prairie Farm, 7026 State Route 140
Liberty Prairie Farm is providing pony rides on Sunday afternoons. Come prepared
to ride with closed-toed shoes. Helmets are provided. Food, beverages and
t-shirts are also available for purchase.
Visitors can also see the other animals who call Liberty Prairie Farms
home, including cats, chickens and cattle. All proceeds go to Happy Hooves
Equine Rescue which gives local abandoned and abused horses a second chance.
$5 minimum donation
For more information call
618-670-1581 |
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BECOMING AN
OUTDOORS WOMAN
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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September 28 - September
30, 2012
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
$160 per person includes instruction, program materials, use of
demonstration equipment, seven meals and lodging. Pre-registration required.
For more information
contact Mitch Ingold at
mitch.ingold@illinois.gov
or visit
http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/bow/index.htm |
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MEMORY WALK
Edwardsville, IL |
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Saturday, September 29, 2012
Registration 8 am, Walk 9 am
SIUE Campus
Memory Walk is the Alzheimer’s Association’s
signature event to help those battling Alzheimer’s disease. Memory Walk
proceeds support programs, services and research.
For more information call
1-800-272-3900 |
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ANNUAL FLY-IN
Bethalto, IL |
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September 29 - September 30, 2012
Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 3 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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FRONTIER
DAYS
Hamburg, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
Cancelled for 2012, September, 2013
10 am - 4 pm
Village Park
Attractions at this annual festival include Craft & Flea Market tables,
Cake Walk, 50/50 Raffle, plus a Prize Raffle with lots of prizes! For
food and refreshments enjoy the fish fry & fried chicken as well as
pies, cakes, and cookies. Live music will be on hand for entertainment, so
bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the fun in this quaint village on the
banks of the Mississippi River!
Free
For
more details or if you would like to make a donation for our raffles,
please contact Koni Proctor at 618-232-0054 |
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This Calendar of Events provides listings free of
charge for events that are of interest to visitors to the area and that are
organized or sponsored by Non-Profit or community based organizations. To have
your event listed here contact the webmaster. We
reserve the right to limit content. We also willing to provide a web page free
of charge for these types of events to provide more details for our readers.
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