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Calendar of Events
for Marion & Ralls Counties, Missouri
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RIVER
ARTS FESTIVAL
Hannibal, MO |
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May 24 -
May 25, 2008
Historic District - Downtown Hannibal
Come
and visit with over 100 Midwest artists and artisans who display
and sell their original works. There are plenty of food booths, entertainment groups and
children’s booths that round out this fun-filled event.
Free
For more information call 573-221-6545 or visit www.hannibalarts.com
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KID'S FISHING DAY
Monroe City, MO |
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Saturday,
June 7, 2008
Frank Russell Campground Pond
9 am - 1 pm
Celebrate National Fishing Week! Children ages
5-12 will get the opportunity to test their fishing skills and learn
fishing techniques. Participation is limited and advance sign-up is
required.
Free
For more information call 573-735-4097
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NATIONAL
TOM SAWYER DAYS
Hannibal, MO |
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July
3 - July 5, 2008
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
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MARK TWAIN
LAKE RODEO
Ralls County, MO |
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July 4 -
July 7, 2008
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 |
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COURTHOUSE
SESQUICENTENNIAL
New London, MO |
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July 22 – July 27, 2008
Ralls County Courthouse, 311 Main Street
This six day celebration of the Ralls County Courthouse features a
wide variety of activities including reenactments of the War of
1812 and the Civil War, Native American demonstrations, famous
trials reenactments, political stump speeches, Tractor and horse
pulls, tractor show, teen dance, live musical entertainment,
parade, raffle drawing, contests (Beauty, Baby, Costume, and
Beard,) all to be topped off with fireworks on Sunday.
Free
For more information visit rallscounty150.com |
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SALT RIVER
FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL
Florida, MO |
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August 9 -
August 10, 2008
Mark Twain Birthplace State Historic Site
10 am – 5 pm
Experience the crafts and skills of the early
19th century at this annual Folk Life Festival. Entertainers and
craft exhibitors dressed in historic attire will present music,
crafts, games, and storytelling throughout the day. Crafts and
skills displayed will include making blacksmithing, woodcarvers,
soap makers, wheat weaving, wooden toys, willow furniture, Native
American flutes, and quilted products. Period food and drink will be
available. A kid's corner will be featured within a one-room
schoolhouse. Free tours of the museum at Mark Twain Birthplace State
Historic Site will be offered.
Free. The Friends of Florida will accept a $2
donation for parking.
For more information call 573-565-3449
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WILD
& WACKY
ART ADVENTURE
Hannibal, MO |
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Saturday
August 2, 2008
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 |
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WINE
& BLUES BASH
Hannibal, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2008
12 am - 6 pm
100 block of Hill Street, downtown Hannibal
Local and regional wineries will provide samplings and
sales of their specialties.
Musical entertainment begins at noon.
Admission
For more information call 217-316-4141 or visit www.wineandblues.g2gm.com |
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AUTUMN
HISTORIC
FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL
Hannibal, MO |
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October
18 - October 19, 2008
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 |
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50
MILES OF ART
STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR |
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November 1 - November
2, 2008
10 am - 5 pm
Hannibal, Louisiana, Clarksville, 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
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LAND
OF MARK TWAIN
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Hannibal, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2008
Hannibal Inn & Conference Center
This Bluegrass showcase features competitions for championships,
as well as demonstrations and other entertainment.
For more information call 573-853-4344
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MILES OF ART
STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2009
10 am - 5 pm both days
Hannibal, Louisiana and Clarksville
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
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