SECOND SATURDAY GALLERY NIGHT Hannibal, MO		Saturday, February 11, 2012 5 pm -8 pm Alliance Art Gallery, 112 N. Main Street Come in and view the art from Missouri artists in a relaxed atmosphere. Each Gallery Night hosting a featured artist.  There will be fun, food, and art from local artists with works in a variety of mediums. Take home an original painting, photograph, print, piece of jewelry, pottery, fabric art or a unique piece of sculpture that will become a treasure for a lifetime. Free For more information call 573-221-2275
SECOND SATURDAY GALLERY NIGHT Hannibal, MO		Saturday, March 10, 2012 5 pm -8 pm Alliance Art Gallery, 112 N. Main Street Come in and view the art from Missouri artists in a relaxed atmosphere. Each Gallery Night hosting a featured artist.  There will be fun, food, and art from local artists with works in a variety of mediums. Take home an original painting, photograph, print, piece of jewelry, pottery, fabric art or a unique piece of sculpture that will become a treasure for a lifetime. Free For more information call 573-221-2275
50 MILES OF ART STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR		March 24 - March 25, 2012 10 am - 5 pm both days Hannibal, Louisiana, Clarksville, and Elsberry Professional artists and artisans in the historic river towns of Hannibal, Louisiana, Clarksville, and surrounding communities are opening their studios, galleries, and retail spaces for their semi-annual Studio and Gallery Tour. Sponsored by the Great River Road Guild of Professional Artists, an outgrowth of The Provenance Project. Free For more information call 573-242-3132   or visit www.50milesofart.com
FUND RAISER FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Troy, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA April, 2012 Registration at 10 am Walk starts at 11 am Cuivre River State Park Join other walkers in this signature fundraising event of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. There will be food and music and volunteer opportunities are available. Lace up and step out to find a cure for MS. For more information call 314-781-9020   or visit www.gatewaymswalk.org for more information.
CLASSICS ON WHEELS CAR SHOW Elsberry, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2012 Registration 9 am - 12 pm; Awards at 3 pm  City Park, 4th & Broadway Sponsored by the Elsberry Chamber of Commerce this event features 150 entries of all make, model and vintage. Additional activities include a city wide yard sale, an Alumni Banquet, and food and fun for everyone. Proceeds benefit the City of Elsberry and local schools. Free, $15 Registration Fee to enter a car Admission charged for the banquet For more information email Brigitte Steavenson at bsteavenson@yahoo.com
PALMYRA HERITAGE DAY Palmyra, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA May, 2012 Locations:   Big Spring Park - Corner of Spring & Main Cross   Old Civil War Jail - Corner of Spring & Lafayette Activities for local School Children: 12 pm - 3 pm Celebration Activities: 5 pm - 8 pm. Palmyra Heritage Day features living history activities from the early 1800's through the mid 1900's with storytelling, demonstrations, and displays. Handmade arts/crafts and music will be part of the day's celebration.  Food items will also be available for purchase in the late afternoon and early evening. Free, donations accepted For more information call 573-769-0777
CHILI COOKOFF Clarksville, MO		Saturday, June 9, 2012 9 am - 5 pm Apple Shed, Southside of Clarksville on MO-79 Sanctioned by the International Chili Society this event brings cooks from all over the country to the banks of the Mississippi River in Clarksville to compete for the opportunity to cook in the World Cookoff in Reno Nevada. Samples of chili's are served to the public throughout the day. Drawings for door prizes, music, food and beverages. $3 at the gate, tickets will be sold to sample chili, beverages and food. For more information call 573-242-3920 E-mail lwblakey@earthlink.net
SUNFLOWER DAYS Clarksville, MO		July 27 - July 29, 2012 9 am - 5 pm Locations throughout Clarksville Visit Clarksville for our annual celebration of art and sunflowers.  Come and see painters work live as they capture the beauty of this architecturally rich downtown historic district, the amazing river landscape or SUNFLOWERS! Clarksville visitors will enjoy shopping in the local artists shops, watching the painters work and voting for their favorite painting on Sunday.  Enjoy our beautiful town, the sunflowers, shopping, an iced coffee or lunch, take pictures of our town and please stay over for the judging! Free, entry fee for artists. For more information call 618-972-6535   or e-mail massiglia@gmail.com
NATIONAL TOM SAWYER DAYS Hannibal, MO		July 4 - July 7, 2012 Hannibal Historic District, Riverfront and Central Parks Sponsored by the Hannibal Jaycees, this family oriented event is now in its 50th year. Activities include frog jumping, mud volleyball, Tom and Becky Contest, parade, Tomboy Sawyer Contest, 10-kilometer run, arts and crafts show and fireworks launched from the banks of the Mississippi River. Highlights include National Fence Painting Contest and a huge fireworks display launched from the banks of the Mississippi River on the evening of the Fourth. For more information call 573-221-2477 or visit hannibaljaycees.org
OLD GLORY JUBILEE Elsberry, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA July, 2012 10 am - 4 pm  City Park Spend an old-fashioned Fourth of July at this event that features a parade, food, games, crafts, music, Elsberry Idol Competition. Fireworks top the evening at dusk. Free For more information call 573-898-5588
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION Louisiana, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA July, 2012 Louisiana Riverfront Booths open and music begins at 6 with the fireworks display beginning at 9. Free For more information call 1-888-642-3800
LINCOLN COUNTY FAIR Troy, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA July, 2012 Lincoln County Fair Grounds, 3 Fairground Road A large county fair for 4-H and FFA youth to exhibit project work. Entertainment includes musical acts, truck/tractor pulls, horse show, Demolition Derby, and a Carnival. For more information call 636-528-2402
PIKE COUNTY FAIR Bowling Green, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA July, 2012 Pike County Fair Grounds, US-54 Special events, variety of foods, 4H, livestock, and agricultural exhibits. For more information call 573-324-3992   or visit www.pikecountyfair.org
MARK TWAIN LAKE RODEO Ralls County, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA July, 2012 Warren G. See South Spillway, Route J Rodeo Events begin at 8 pm Popular attractions at this annual award-winning rodeo include charging bulls, bucking broncos, clowns, and refreshments. A fireworks display caps the final night. Admission fee For more information visit www.marktwainlakerodeo.org
MARION COUNTY FAIR Palmyra, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA July, 2012 Flower City Park & Arena, Breckenridge Street Special events, variety of foods, parade, 4H, livestock, and agricultural exhibits. For more information call 573-769-2429
WILD & WACKY ART ADVENTURE Hannibal, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA August, 2012 Central Park 9 am - 12 pm This art festival features activities for children 3 to 12. For more information call 573-221-6545 or visit www.hannibalarts.com
CHAMP CLARK HERITAGE FESTIVAL Bowling Green, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2012 Courthouse Square and Honey Shuck Activities start at 9 am This annual event features games, a car, truck and tractor show, a parade, musical entertainment, craft vendors, a 5K Fun Run/Walk, and tours of Champ Clark's Honey Shuck. There will be plenty of food and refreshments. Free For more information call 573-324-2981
ANNUAL DOLL SHOW Hannibal, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2012 Hannibal Inn & Conference Center, 4141 Market Street This annual show features antique and modern dolls, teddy bears, clothing and doll parts. Show proceeds are donated to the Shriner's Hospital. Admission For more information call 217-222-7941
OLD THRESHERS REUNION Elsberry, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2012 7 am - 11 pm  Junction of Highway B and Highway NN The focus of this event is threshing- the beating of the seeds from grain. Features include threshing and sawing demonstrations, antique tractors, tractors and horse pulls, crafts, a flea market, children's games, live entertainment, and refreshments. A favorite of the event is the 1908 steam powered all wooden Merry Go Round with original ticket booth! $5 for all 3 days For more information call 573-898-5588
SWINKEY CORN MAZE Indian Creek, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA September, 2012 Fridays: 5 pm - 9pm Saturdays: 12 pm - 9pm Sundays: 12 pm - 4 pm 5 miles southwest of Monroe City on US-24 This corn maze sits on approximately 5 acres of land and features a bridge and scavenger hunt inside the maze. There will be pumpkins for sale and a concession stand serving pork burgers. The maze is sponsored by the Indian Creek Knights of Columbus. $5 per person, free for ages 4 and under For more information call 573-822-2023   or visit www.SwinkeyCornMaze.com
APPLEFEST Clarksville, MO		October 6 - October 7, 2012 10 am - 5 pm both days Bring your family and friends and enjoy a beautiful autumn drive along scenic Highway 79 and spend the day in Clarksville while enjoying the annual Applefest activities. Start the day on Saturday at 10 am with the Applefest parade. Afterwards browse the many crafters and vendors throughout town. Enter the Apple Bake-off contest with your favorite baked apple dish. You are invited to visit Clarksville’s shops and watch some of Missouri’s best working artists. Delight in a stroll along the Mississippi River while enjoying a tasty treat from the Riverfront Food Court. Schwan’s will be hosting a Chamber Fundraiser at River Front Park. The annual art show is located in the historic Appleshed and the historic Elgin/Cottrell House will be open for guided tours during the festival. Free For more information call 573-242-3207   or visit www.clarksvillemo.us
AUTUMN HISTORIC FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL Hannibal, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2012 Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm Historic District - Downtown Hannibal Stroll the streets of this regional favorite 1800s-themed festival as artists, artisans, and craftsmen demonstrate and sell historic crafts, traditional arts, fine arts and crafts. In addition there will be street musicians playing traditional tunes, food cooked on wood stoves, cider fresh from the apple press, and a children’s area. Free For more information call 573-221-6545 or visit www.hannibalarts.com
LOUISIANA COUNTRY COLORFEST Louisiana, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2012 Louisiana Riverfront Louisiana's annual autumn celebration features activities such as a parade, talent show, car show, lip-sync contest, motorcycle show, baby show, arts & crafts, and a Kid's Corner. Activities may vary. There will be plenty of food, beverages, entertainment, and vendors on the grounds. Free For more information call 1-888-642-3800
TASTE OF PALMYRA Palmyra, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA October, 2012 4 pm -8 pm Downtown Palmyra This annual event began as a trick or treat event for the children and had expanded into a festival. Besides trick or treating there will be a Kids Costume Parade on stage, pumpkin carving, Kids hourly giveaways. The event features food vendors providing tasty treats and arts and crafts and specialty artists displaying their works. Main Street will also play host to a variety of games for children with a is a small donation admission to benefit Parents as Teachers. Heritage Seekers, Palmyra's historical society, will hold tours of the Old Civil Jail, built in 1858 and used as a federal prison during the Civil War, with period reenactors on hand. Free For more information call 573-769-0777
50 MILES OF ART STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2012 10 am - 5 pm Hannibal, Louisiana, Clarksville, and Elsberry Professional artists and artisans in the historic river towns of Hannibal, Louisiana, Clarksville, and surrounding communities are opening their studios, galleries, and retail spaces for their semi-annual Studio and Gallery Tour. Sponsored by the Great River Road Guild of Professional Artists, an outgrowth of The Provenance Project. Free For more information call 573-242-3132   or visit www.50milesofart.com
WINTER WONDERLAND CELEBRATION Louisiana, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA November, 2012 5 pm Downtown District This celebration includes a parade, the lighting of the city Christmas tree, and the annual wreath decorating competition. Contests include competitions for the titles of Miss Snow Queen, Junior Miss Snow Queen, Miss Snowflake and Mr. Frosty. Horse and wagon will be available for rides. Free For more information call 1-888-642-3800
ANNUAL CHURCH WALK Louisiana, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA December, 2012 3 pm Starts at Bethel AME, 6th & Tennessee Streets The Louisiana Area Historical Museum hosts the annual Christmas Mid-town Church Walk. After the Walk cookies and warm cider is served by the Museum Board of Directors. Free For more information call 1-888-642-3800
EAGLE DAYS Clarksville, MO		PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA January, 2013 Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm Sunday: 10 am - 3 pm Various locations throughout town The World Bird Sanctuary of St. Louis and the Missouri Department of Conservation will present live eagle programs every hour at the Apple Shed at the south edge of town. Spotting scopes, naturalists, and bonfires for warmth will be available at Riverfront Park. Come early to watch the birds feed in the Mississippi River. Free For more information call 573-242-3132

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