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14TH ANNUAL ELSAH
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
Elsah, IL
April 6 - June 30, 2013
Friday - Sunday, 1 pm to 4 pm
Village of Elsah Museum
Amateur and professional photographers will be
displaying photographs of the Village of Elsah and the immediate area in
every season in an exhibit entitled "Elsah
- Like No Other."
Free
Click here for
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ANNUAL SWAP MEET
& FLEA MARKET
Jersey County, IL |
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May 4 - May 5, 2013
7 am - dusk both days
Tri-County Antique Club Grounds,
IL-3 between Grafton and Jerseyville
Come
buy, swap and sell anything and everything, except illegal or obscene
materials, and poultry and livestock. There is something for everyone at
the annual gas up and swap meet.
Free
For more information call visit
www.tricountyantiqueclub.org |
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MIGRATORY BIRD HIKE
Jersey County, IL |
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
10 am - Noon
Gilbert Lake division
parking area one-fourth mile west of the Brussels Ferry on IL-100.
This International Migratory Bird Day Hike takes visitors on a walk
through the Gilbert Lake division of the Two Rivers National
Wildlife Refuge with a refuge ranger to celebrate the spring
migration. The Gilbert Lake Walking Trail is a 3-mile loose gravel
trail.
Free
To register call
618-883-2524. Please pre-register by May 6. Call before the event to
confirm. |
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WINE CLUB GET-TOGETHER
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, May 11, 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 Carl Reh 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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COMMUNITY DANCE
Elsah, IL |
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Saturday, May 11, 2013
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 the Lodge
Brothers et al. All dances will be taught - no
experience or partner necessary.
$6 a person or $15 a family
For more information,
call 618-447-1127 |
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LECTURE
Elsah, IL |
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Thursday, May 16,
2013
7:30
pm
Farley's Music Hall, 37 Mill Street
The Historic Elsah
Foundation presents the Hosmer Williams Lecture featuring Esley Hamilton
St. Louis County Historian, who will give a talk on Lucy Semple Ames,
her connection to Elsah, and her entrepreneurship as a real estate
developer in University City. Refreshments will be served after
the talk.
Free |
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GRAFTON WINERY BLUES FEST
Grafton, IL |
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May 18 - May 19, 2013
Saturday: 11 am - 10 pm
Sunday: Noon - 7 pm
Grafton Winery & Brewhaus,
300 W. Main Street
Enjoy the annual Grafton
Winery & Brewhaus Blues Festival featuring non-stop blues both days.
The concerts are free, and the line-up will include some of the best
acts found in the St. Louis region. Plus, enjoy great BBQ, fresh
brews and sampling of the winery's award-winning wines.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3001
or visit the venue's website |
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TOUR THE NINA & PINTA
Grafton, IL |
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May 21 - May 27, 2013
The Loading Dock, 400 Front
Street
9 am - 5 pm
The Nina and Pinta, replicas
of Christopher Columbus' ships will be open to the public for
touring at the Loading Dock in Grafton. Archaeology magazine has
called the Nina, the most historically correct Columbus replica ever
built. While in the port, the general public is invited to visit the
ships for a walk aboard self-guided tour every day of the week.
Admission
For
more information call
1-800-258-6645 |
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GRAFTON RIVERSIDE
FLEA MARKET
Grafton, IL |
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May 25 - May 26, 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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MUSIC IN THE PARK
Grafton, IL |
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June 6 - August 8, 2013
Every Thursday from 7 pm - 9 pm
Grafton's Music in the Park is a free concert brought to you by
Grafton's Chamber of Commerce and participating Grafton businesses
every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Bring your lawn chair
and enjoy great music while experiencing the majestic views of the
Mississippi River. Concerts will last 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Rain or
inclement weather will cancel this event.
Free
For
more information call 618-786-2722
or click here for the event's lineup |
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TWO RIVERS
FAMILY FISHING FAIR
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, June 8, 2013
10 am - 4 pm
A family event held in celebration of National Fishing week. 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 4,000
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 ext. 1 |
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WINE CLUB GET-TOGETHER
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, June 8, 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 House Jam Red! 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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SHIVER ME TIMBERS
TOWBOAT FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL |
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June 15 - June 16, 2013
Grafton Riverfront
11
am - 4 pm each day
Experience "Life on the
Mississippi River" and 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 Grafton Harbor on Water Street for
tours from noon to 4 pm on both days. There will be excitement
throughout the entire town as it gets on board with the Shiver Me
Timbers Towboat Festival with a Citywide Treasure Hunt, Pirate Ship
Rides, discounted Parasailing for those who come dressed as pirates,
Hula-hoop Making Workshop, Pirate Parties, Grog and Grub Specials, and
discounts by many of Grafton’s businesses.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-7678 |
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GRAFTON RIVERSIDE
FLEA MARKET
Grafton, IL |
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June 22 - June 23, 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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LECTURE
Elsah, IL |
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Sunday, June 23, 2013
2 pm
Farley's Music Hall, 37 Mill Street
A joint lecture by the
Historic Elsah Foundation’s Hosmer Williams Lecture and the Chautauqua
Historical Society Lecture features Alicia Scott giving a talk on The
Sultana disaster in 1865 on the Mississippi River. Refreshments
will be served after the talk.
Free |
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HUMMINGBIRD FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, June 30, 2013
11 am - 3 pm
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
Join the lodge in celebrating a creature full of mystery and beauty
at Pere Marquette Lodge’s Hummingbird Festival. Watch as our
Hummingbird Expert gently catches and bands hummingbirds and then
releases them back into the wild. This might be your only chance to
see a beautiful humming bird up close and calm enough to actually
study. Featuring live music, unique and creative vendors, banding
demonstrations and children’s activities.
Free
For more information call
618-786-2331 ext 338 |
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FIREWORKS ON THE
WATERFRONT
Grafton, IL |
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Friday, July 5, 2013
Grafton Riverfront
Fireworks at dusk
Grafton business owners will be offering food and
drink specials, live entertainment and games for children. Then watch the fireworks over the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois
Rivers from the decks of one of the many businesses or from a spot on the
riverbank. Rain date is July 6.
Free
For more information call 618-786-7000 |
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BLESSING OF THE
FLEET
Portage des Sioux, MO
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, July 20, 2013
Participating boats will launch at 1 pm from the
Yacht Club of St. Louis proceeding downstream or at Harbor
Point proceeding upstream in the main channel
of the Mississippi River. About 2:15 p.m. the parade will arrive
at Our Lady of the Rivers Shrine in Portage des Sioux, and end in
Grafton. The parade
will be visible from the Great River Road.
Free
For
more information visit
www.blessingofthefleetstl.com |
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GRAFTON RIVERSIDE
FLEA MARKET
Grafton, IL |
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July 27 - July 28, 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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ANCIENT GLACIER BYWAYS
BICYCLE TOUR
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, July 28, 2013
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
14200 IL-100 (Great River
Road), Park in the marina parking lot on the left (river side).
This new ride starts at
historic Pere Marquette State Park and traverses the stunning countryside of
rural Jersey County on short, medium, and long routes over rolling terrain
with some big hills. If you want to make this ride part of a getaway, you
can stay at the park’s campgrounds or lodge.
For more on Pere Marquette State Park.
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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ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH PICNIC
Grafton, IL |
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August 24 - August 25, 2013
St. Patrick's Church, 11 N.
Evans Street
Saturday: 11 am - 8 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 6 pm
Enjoy fun all weekend long
near the riverfront in Grafton. The food will be taking center stage with
hot fish, cold beer, pork steaks, chicken breasts, hot dogs, homemade potato
salad, slaw, pork rinds, kettle corn, homemade root beer and sweet shop.
Festival goers will also enjoy the country store, basket raffle, kids'
games, bingo, charitable games, washers and much more.
Admission
For
more information call
618-786-3512 |
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GRAFTON RIVERSIDE
FLEA MARKET
Grafton, IL |
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August 24 - August 25, 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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PEACH FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, August 25, 2013
11 am - 3 pm
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
Nothing pairs better than
a warm, summer day and a ripe, juicy peach! The Peach Festival will
feature local famers displaying their delicious local peaches as
well as some of those famous Calhoun Peaches hand picked that
morning and still warm from the sunshine. Come on out to the
beautiful Pere Marquette Lodge and join us for an afternoon of fun,
festivities and peaches. There will be live entertainment, craft
vendors, tons of family friendly fun and all the ripe, juicy peaches
you can eat!
Free
For more information call
618-786-2331 ext. 338 |
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NATURE PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2013
9:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
There are many varieties of
animals that live in Pere Marquette State Park. The Park's interpretive
staff will be giving a program that will help participants learn how to
identify animals of Illinois based upon their bones and skins.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
Click here for more about Pere Marquette
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HISTORY PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2013
11 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
During the Great Depression of the 1930s the Civilian Conservation Corps
(CCC) was created. At Pere Marquette, the CCC built many buildings and
shelters, fences, bridges, water reservoirs, foot and horse trails, as well
as creating campgrounds and the clearing of overlooks and vistas. Go back in
time and take a look at the Park and many of its buildings and how they have
changed over time. Learn about the CCC and its role in shaping the Park.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
Click here for more about Pere Marquette
State Park |
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ANNUAL
OLDEN DAYS FESTIVAL
Jersey County, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2013
Saturday:
7 am - 7 pm
Sunday: 7 am - 5 pm
Tri-County Antique Club Grounds
Illinois Route 3 between Grafton and Jerseyville
Antique Tractors and Farm Equipment. Learn how people used to live from a
variety of demonstrations. Arts & Crafts, Antique Car Show, Food and
Live Entertainment!
Adults $3, Children under 12 admitted free.
For more information call visit
www.tricountyantiqueclub.org |
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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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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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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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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2013
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
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BECOMING AN
OUTDOORS WOMAN
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2013
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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GRAFTON
RENDEZVOUS
Grafton, IL |
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October 19 - October 20, 2013
10 am - 4:30 pm daily
Grafton Riverfront
This event celebrates the pre-1840's fur trade era with reenactors camping
along the the Illinois River in teepees and period tents. Activities
includes tomahawk and knife throwing competitions, black powder and
archery contests, and
other period demonstrations, food, crafts, and live entertainment.
Free
For more information call
618-372-8672 |
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GRAFTON RIVERSIDE
FLEA MARKET
Grafton, IL |
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October 26 - October 27, 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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OWL PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
8 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
A variety of owls inhabit Pere Marquette State
Park and the surrounding area. A lecture by the Park staff will tell you what
these bird sound like and the individual habits of each species. After the
lecture there will be a short 1 1/2 mile hike (part of the hike is uphill) to
listen for these fascinating birds. After the hike there will be a marshmallow
roast. Please bring one flashlight per family. Marshmallows and drinks will be
provided.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
Click here for more on owls at Pere Marquette
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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
1 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
Join the park interpreter for a hike along one of the most
interesting trails in the park. Learn how the park originated and
see rocks that were formed before the age of the dinosaurs.
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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FALL FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
Saturday 11 am - 11 pm
Sunday 11 - 6 pm
St. Patrick’s Church on Route 100
Enjoy fall festival fun all weekend long near the riverfront in
Grafton. They’ll be serving up fish, brats, delicious homemade pies,
and other goodies. In addition, there will be crafts, theme baskets,
thousands of pumpkins & colorful gourds, & Indian corn, a country
store, basket raffle, kids' games, bingo, charitable games, washers
and much more. The "Night Owls" will be performing on Saturday with
Dan Sproat entertaining throughout the day Sunday. Pancakes and
sausage will be served Sunday morning from 8 am to 11 am.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3512 |
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WHITE PELICAN PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
9 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Have you ever seen the white pelican with wingspans of up to 10 feet soaring
over the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers? After a short informational
program, the Park staff will lead a drive to view these magnificent birds in
the wild. Dress warmly and bring binoculars.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
Click here for more on White Pelicans in
the Middle Mississippi River Valley |
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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
1:30 pm
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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OWL PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
8 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
A variety of owls inhabit Pere Marquette State
Park and the surrounding area. A lecture by the Park staff will tell you what
these bird sound like and the individual habits of each species. After the
lecture there will be a short 1 1/2 mile hike (part of the hike is uphill) to
listen for these fascinating birds. After the hike there will be a marshmallow
roast. Please bring one flashlight per family. Marshmallows and drinks will be
provided.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
Click here for more on owls at Pere Marquette
State Park |
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BOBCAT PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
1 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
Come discover the mysteries of the bobcat .
Placed on the Illinois' first list of threatened species in 1977,
these animals are indigenous to Illinois and prefer large forested
or wooded areas like Pere Marquette State Park.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
Click here for more about Pere Marquette
State Park |
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OWL PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
7:30 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
A variety of owls inhabit Pere Marquette State
Park and the surrounding area. A lecture by the Park staff will tell you what
these bird sound like and the individual habits of each species. After the
lecture there will be a short 1 1/2 mile hike (part of the hike is uphill) to
listen for these fascinating birds. After the hike there will be a marshmallow
roast. Please bring one flashlight per family. Marshmallows and drinks will be
provided.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
Click here for more on owls at Pere Marquette
State Park |
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AUTUMN COLORS
DRIVE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
10 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
As the season turns cooler and the colors turn warmer, come on a scenic
drive with us as the forest blazes with a beauty unique to Pere Marquette
State Park. A lottery will be held to decide who will be able to ride
with the Park Interpreter with the rest following in their own vehicles.
The drive will stop at a local restaurant and will return to the Park at
approximately 2 pm.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1
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BOOK
AND BAKE SALE
Elsah, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
1 pm
- 4 pm
Village of Elsah Museum, 26 LaSalle Street
This
Book and Bake Sale is a fund raising event for the Village of Elsah Museum.
Baked Goods will be available on Saturday. The book sale lasts until through the
end of October.
Free
For more information call
618-374-1059 |
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FALL COLORS WALK
Pere Marquette State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
3 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
Pere Marquette comes alive with color in the fall. Join the Park's staff for a
walk to experience the brilliant colors and the many other wonders of nature
first hand. The hikes are approximately 2 miles and last about 2 hours. Don't
forget comfortable shoes and a camera.
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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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
8:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Feeling adventurous? Try this extended hike with the staff and explore
some of the Park’s most interesting trails. The focus will be on exercise
and stamina as the hike takes participants past creeks, 100-year old trees,
and stops at two scenic overlooks. Wear good hiking shoes and bring a snack,
a camera, and binoculars for this six mile hiking adventure that will last
about 3 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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LEWIS & CLARK PROGRAM
Pere Marquette State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2013
1 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
This Lewis and Clark program will feature staff dressed in period
attire from the Lewis and Clark Historic Site in Hartford, IL. There
will be a discussion on the importance that Illinois played in the
success of the Lewis and Clark expedition. Learn about this rich and
often overlooked history that began here in Illinois. The afternoon
session will be free and open to the public with a discussion
lasting from 1-2:30 pm followed by activities for our younger
explorers from 3-3:30 pm.
Free
For more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1 |
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WINE FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, November 24, 2013
Noon - 4 pm
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
A day of warm sunshine and wine sounds lovely to us! How about you?
Come join us for our Wine Festival for only $10 and receive a Pere
Marquette Lodge Wine Glass, access to excellent live music and
unlimited tasting of dozens of wines. Enjoy wines from around the
world and take a spin on the dance floor to toe tapping live
music...or lounge on the terrace and enjoy great wine with great
friends. Featuring Southern Illinois Wine and Spirits and the music
will be provided by Random Acts. A portion of the proceeds will be
donated to the Friends of Pere Marquette State Park Foundation.
The
Wine Tasting Pass is $10 per person. Admission to shop the vendors
is free
For more information call
618-786-2331 ext. 338 |
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TASTE OF CHOCOLATE
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, December 7, 2013
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Grafton Winery & Brewhaus, 300 W. Main Street
Taste the chocolates of Grafton! Enjoy a plate of
homemade chocolate desserts donated by different businesses and
restaurants in Grafton. There will be many different goodies from which to
choose from. Recipe booklets are available for $2.50 each.
This is a great time to shop for all on your Christmas list!
Admission
For more information call 618-786-7000 |
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GRAFTON HOLIDAY RIVERWALK
Grafton, IL |
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December 14 - December 15, 2013
Noon to 6 pm both days
Various locations
Celebrate the start of the
holiday season in Grafton. Stop in the various businesses along Main Street and
near the riverfront for special promotions, discounts, refreshments and
entertainment. The Jerseyville High School choir will be caroling throughout the
town. Visitors will also be able to tour the various B&Bs and guest houses in
town, a perfect opportunity to check out the accommodations and purchase a gift
certificate as a gift. The festivities will conclude with a Show Choir
performance at the Grove Memorial Park Gazebo as we light up the town!
Free
For more information call 618-786-3017 |
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NAUGHTY OR NICE RUN
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, December 15, 2013
10 am
215 W. Water Street
The Naughty is a four-mile
loop featuring the Mile High Hill. The Nice is a two-mile river walk along our
bicycle trail. Start and finish at the Big Kahuna located at Grafton Harbor. The
first 150 participants will receive a long sleeve shirt and a goodie bag. There
will be an awards ceremony and refreshments to warm you back up after a scenic
and gratifying start to your day.
The cost is $20 per entrant,
$25 for those who register after December 2.
For more information call 618-618-786-3017 |
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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Elsah,
IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2013
The house tour is from 2 pm
to 5:45 pm. This year, in
addition to touring historic homes, the village museum, two
churches, bed and breakfasts and riding in a horse drawn carriage;
you can tour the classrooms, and purchase raffle tickets at the Old
School House. The day’s festivities culminate with caroling and
Santa between 5:45 & 6:30 pm at the Civic Center . Lunch will be
available for purchase at Farley’s Music Hall between 1 pm and 6 pm
(or until sold out) catered by My Just Desserts.
Advance admission is $15 and
is available at the Alton Visitor’s Center or at either B&B in
Elsah. New this year, is an option to purchase tickets with a credit
card or your PayPal account. Advance tickets are recommended.
Tickets are limited and day of event admission will be $18 (cash
only).
Click for
additional information or to purchase tickets
For
more information call 618-374-1684 |
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COMMUNITY DANCE
Elsah, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2013
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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ANNUAL CHRISTMAS
HYMN SING
Elsah, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2013
3 pm - 5 pm
Everyone is warmly invited to Elsah's annual Christmas Hymn
Sing. This event starts in the
Methodist Church, moves
across Selma Square to the
Christian Science Church, and is followed by
cookies, punch, and coffee in Farley's Music Hall.
Free
For more information call 618-578-8744 |
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BALD
EAGLE
VIEWING PROGRAMS
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Selected Days during through December, 2013
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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BALD
EAGLE FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2014
11 am - 3 pm
Come out to Pere Marquette Lodge where you can not only be
personally introduced to our nation's most majestic symbol, but also
shop our unique vendor booths, grab a bite to eat in our restaurant
and enjoy time with friends and family. The festival will feature
live music and entertainment by the World Bird Sanctuary as they
showcase the Bald Eagle and several other raptor species in their
Masters of the Sky Show at 1:30pm.
Show up a little early and meet a Bald Eagle up close and
personal!
Free to the event,
Masters of the Sky Show tickets are $3
For more information call
618-786-2331
ext 338 |
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EAGLE WEEKENDS
Dow, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2014
Saturdays and Sundays: 10 am - 2 pm
TreeHouse Wildlife Center, 23956 Green Acres Road
Visit the Treehouse Wildlife Center on Saturdays in January and
February to view live bald eagles being rehabilitated at the center.
While you're there, visit some of the other wildlife that call the
center home - hawks, owls, falcons and more.
Free
For more information call 618-466-2990
or visit
www.treehousewildlifecenter.com |
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COMMUNITY DANCE
Elsah, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2014
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
the Mount City Slickers. All dances will be taught - no
experience or partner necessary.
$6 a person or $15 a family
For more information,
call 618-447-1127 |
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FOLK FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2014
11 am - 3 pm
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
This Folk Festival at Pere
Marquette Lodge promises to be a day full of culture and new experiences.
Bring the whole family out and enjoy live performances by authentic
dance groups, demonstrations by artisans, live music, children’s activities,
craft and art vendors, restaurant favorites, and wine tasting.
Free
For more information call
618-786-2331 ext 338 |
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MIDWEST MOTORCYCLE
SWAP MEET
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2014
10 am - 4 pm
The Loading Dock, 400 Front
Street
The Biking Life magazine is
sponsoring this motorcycle swap meet that features bikes, parts for
all brands, painters, leather apparel, etc.
Admission
For more information,
call
618-786-3494 |
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MUSHROOM FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2014
1 pm - 5 pm
Piasa Winery & Pub, 225 W.
Main Street
Come out for music, food and
fun at the annual Mushroom Festival. Come check out the Mushroom
Cook-Off as local chefs share their best mushroom dishes. Enter the
tasting tent for just $10, where you will receive a taste of each
chef's special mushroom dish and a glass of wine. People can then
vote for the chef of their choice. There will also be vendors, a
Biggest & Smallest Mushroom Contest and live music.
No admission, activities cost a fee
For more information,
call
618-786-9463 |
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