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May 2008
Calendar of Events
for the
French Colonial Country
of the Central Mississippi River Valley
including Ste. Genevieve &
Jefferson Counties in Missouri
& Randolph, Monroe, and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
We regularly update this
calendar to provide you with up to date information on a variety of events
that take place in French Colonial Country. Changes are made when we
gather more information or when we learn of an event. If you know of an
event that you would like to see posted contact the webmaster.
We hope you enjoy the events you choose to attend.
FORT
DE CHARTRES
KID'S
DAY
Prairie du Rocher, IL
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Saturday,
May 3, 2008
10 am - 4 pm
Fort De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
A special day for kids with 18th century games, contests,
storytelling, puppet shows, prizes and refreshments.
Free, Donations appreciated
For
more information call 618-284-7230
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VILLAGE-WIDE
YARD SALE
Millstadt, IL
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Saturday, May 3, 2008
8 am - 2 pm
Sponsored by the Millstadt Historical Society.
Participant maps, food and beverage available at the Millstadt
Community Center, 102 S. Jefferson Avenue.
Free
For more information call 618-476-3696
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FRUEHLINGSFEST
Maeystown, IL
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Sunday,
May 4, 2008
9 am - 4 pm
Maeystown Historic
District
The annual Fruehlingsfest Antique and Garden Show
takes place around the stone mill in the heart of this historic
town. Fruehlingsfest features quality antique dealers from the
Midwest and various nurseries selling annuals, perennials and
herbs. A variety of food will be offered at Fruehlingsfest, and a
creek-side wine garden, served by Ravissant Winery, will also be
featured.
Free
For
more information call 618-458-6660
or visit www.maeystown.com
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VIETNAM VETERANS
TRAVELING WALL
DeSoto, MO
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May
7 - May 12, 2008
Mahn Funeral Homes, 900 N. Main Street
The Vietnam Veterans Traveling Wall is a
half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington,
D.C., designed to travel to communities throughout the United
States. Also featured is a Traveling Museum and Information Center
providing a comprehensive educational component to enrich and
complete visitors' experiences.
Free
For
more information visit desotomo.com
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ART
ON THE SQUARE
Belleville, IL
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May
16 - 18, 2008
Friday: 5 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm
Downtown Belleville
Ranked as one of the top 100 art shows in the nation this show
offers visitors the chance to meet exhibiting artists, enjoy
family entertainment, children's workshops, taste fine cuisines,
and take a walk through the historic neighborhoods of Belleville.
Free
For
more information call 618-257-0747
or visit artonthesquare.com
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ANNUAL
SPRING
GARDEN WALK
Ste. Genevieve, MO
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May
17 - May 18, 2008
Saturday's hours: 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday's hours: 11 pm - 3 pm
Downtown Historic District
Experience Ste. Genevieve on tours of its gardens. Throughout the weekend there will also be a Plant Sale by
the Master Gardeners, an Herb and Plant Sale at the Bolduc House
Museum, a Farmer's Market on Saturday morning, and a raffle
drawing.
Small Fee
For
more information call 1-800-373-7007
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CIVIC ASSOCIATION
HOMECOMING
Maeystown, IL
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May
23 - May 14, 2008
Friday: 5 pm -
closing
Saturday: 12 pm - closing
Rides and games for all ages, food, beer and
other refreshments. Fried Chicken Dinner on Saturday night.
Parade, washer tournament, and duck race on Saturday. Both nights
feature live music starting at 8:30.
Free
For
more information call 618-458-6660
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OPERATION W.A.V.E.
Kimmswick, MO
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May
24 - May 25, 2008
8 am - 5 pm
Downtown Kimmswick
Operation W.A.V.E. (We Appreciate our Veterans
Event) is Kimmswick's annual salute to the nation's veterans and
features WWII vehicles on display including Jeeps, Staff Vehicles
and Half Tracks. The “2nd Rangers” will join-in with a Weapons
and Ammunition Display, along with an encampment. Most merchants
will be giving free gifts and special offers to all Veterans as
their way of saying thanks.
Free
For
more information call 636-464-6464
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THE GREAT PIZZA
BICYCLE RIDE
Millstadt, IL
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Monday,
May 26, 2008
Registration: 8:30 am - 10 am
Commercial Club Park 300 W. Parkview
This classic Memorial Day ride features routes of
various distances along quiet country roads across the Illinois
prairie. After the ride return to Breadeaux Pizza for
all-you-can-eat pizza and drinks for an additional charge.
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$12
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114
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HOMECOMING FESTIVAL
Hillsboro, MO
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May
30 - May 31, 2008
Friday: 6 pm - 12:30 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 12:30 pm
Downtown Hillsboro
This festival features great music, performers,
and arts and crafts. Other activities include a Kids Corner, a
Miss Hillsboro contest, a Washer Tournament, Eating Contest, a
Kids Demo Derby, a parade, and a carnival.
Free
For
more information call 636-789-4920
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AINAD
SHRINE CIRCUS
Belleville, IL
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Saturday, May 31, 2008
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Saturday:
2 pm & 7:30 pm
Sunday:
1 pm & 6 pm
Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park, 200 S. Belt East
Grab the kids and don't miss the annual Shriner's
Circus that brings the Big Top to life in Belleville.
$10 for adults and $8 for children
For more information call 618-874-1870
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This Calendar of Events provides listings free of
charge for events that are of interest to visitors to the area and that are
organized or sponsored by Non-Profit or community based organizations. To have your
event listed here contact the webmaster.
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charge for these types of events to provide more details for our readers.
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