Calendar of Events
for Marion & Ralls Counties, Missouri

RIVER ARTS FESTIVAL
Hannibal, MO
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
KID'S FISHING DAY
Monroe City, MO
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
NATIONAL
TOM SAWYER DAYS
Hannibal, MO
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
MARK TWAIN
LAKE RODEO
Ralls County, MO
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

COURTHOUSE
SESQUICENTENNIAL

New London, MO
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
SALT RIVER
FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL

Florida, MO
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
WILD & WACKY
ART ADVENTURE

Hannibal, MO
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
WINE & BLUES BASH
Hannibal, MO
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 
AUTUMN HISTORIC
FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL

Hannibal, MO
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

50 MILES OF ART
STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR
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
LAND OF MARK TWAIN
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

Hannibal, MO
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

50 MILES OF ART
STUDIO & GALLERY TOUR
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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