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Calendar of Events
for Pike County, Missouri
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APPLEFEST
Clarksville, MO |
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October
11 - October 12, 2008
9 am - 5 pm both days
Clarksville was once called "Appletown" by the rivermen
and each year the annual Applefest is Clarksville’s biggest
event. Among the attractions are Saturday’s parade, a juried
craft show, quilt show, and refreshments. An art show and a
fiddlers' contest are located in the historic Appleshed.
Free
For more information call 573-242-3207 |
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LOUISIANA
COUNTRY COLORFEST
Louisiana, MO |
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October 18
- October 19, 2008
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 |
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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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WINTER
WONDERLAND CELEBRATION
Louisiana, MO |
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Friday,
November 28, 2008
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 |
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ANNUAL
CHURCH WALK
Louisiana, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2008
Downtown District
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 |
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EAGLE DAYS
Clarksville, MO |
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January 25 - January 25, 2009
9 am - 5 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
E-mail heritagecenter@missvalley.com |
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WINTER
RIVER
FESTIVAL
Louisiana, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2009
Downtown Louisiana
Join
in the fun with wine-tasting, fine arts displays, the Polar
Plunge, horse-drawn wagon rides, "What Its Worth"
antique appraisals, the "Sneakers and Snowflakes" 5k
run/walk and the artistic "House of fire and Ice."
Most activities are Free
For more information call 1-888-642-3800 |
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TASTE
OF
PIKE COUNTY
Louisiana, MO |
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PROBABLE EVENT -
DETAILS TBA
March, 2009
Masonic Temple, 621 Georgia Street
A full evening of food and fun as this open house
to shows off the best of Pike County’s food industry. Area
restauranteurs participate with entrees, desserts, and whatever
else fits their fancy.
Tickets: $15
For more information call 1-888-642-3800 |
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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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CHILI
COOKOFF
Clarksville, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2009
9 am - 5 pm
Riverfront Park
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 |
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FOURTH OF JULY
CELEBRATION
Louisiana, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2009
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 |
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PIKE
COUNTY FAIR
Bowling Green, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2009
Pike County Fair Grounds, US-54
Special events, variety of foods, parade,
4H, livestock, and agricultural exhibits.
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more information call 573-324-3992
or visit www.pikecountyfair.org |
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CHAMP CLARK
HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Bowling Green, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2009
Courthouse Square and Honey Shuck
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 |
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