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May 2012
Calendar of Events
for the
French Colonial Country
of the Middle Mississippi River Valley
including Ste. Genevieve &
Jefferson Counties in Missouri
& Randolph, Monroe, and St. Clair Counties in Illinois |
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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. |
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FORT
DE CHARTRES
KID'S
DAY
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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Saturday, May 5, 2012
10 am - 4 pm
Community Park,
Prairie du Rocher
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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FRUEHLINGSFEST
Maeystown, IL |
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Sunday, May 6, 2012
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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ART
ON THE SQUARE
Belleville, IL |
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May 18 - May 20, 2012
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 19 - May 20, 2012
10 am - 4 pm each day
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.
A
walking tour of the historic district will be conducted at 1:30 pm
each day.
Small Fee
For more information call
1-800-373-7007 |
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CLASSIC CRUISERS
CAR SHOW
Ste. Genevieve, MO |
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Sunday, May 20, 2012
8 am
Knights of Columbus Hall, 6th and Market Streets
30 classes of vehicles, including 2 tractor classes are on display.
Prizes will be awarded at 3:30 pm. Food, beer, and other
refreshments will be sold and dinner is available in the air
conditioned hall.
Free
For
more information call
573-883-5841 |
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FOURTH FRIDAY
ART WALK
Ste. Genevieve, MO |
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Friday, May 25, 2012
6 pm - 9 pm
Historic downtown Ste. Genevieve
Several galleries in Ste. Genevieve are offering the opportunity to
view the art works of Ste. Genevieve area and regional artists with
a variety of art forms that will offer something for everyone.
Other retail businesses will also participate in the
event by being open during the same hours. Refreshments will be
served at various locations and maps are available at each location
designating which galleries and studios are open. Held on the
third Friday during November because of the holidays.
Free
For
more information visit
http://stegenartwalk.blogspot.com |
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CIVIC ASSOCIATION
HOMECOMING
Maeystown, IL |
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May 25 - May 26, 2012
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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Probable
Events
Dates, times, and other
details will change and will be listed as soon as we get updated
information. |
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ART EXHIBIT
Belleville, IL |
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April 28 - May 13, 2011
Tuesday - Friday: 11 am
- 5 pm
Thursday: 11 am - 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm
Closed Sunday, Monday, and school holidays
Schmidt Art Center, Southwestern Illinois College
Annual SWIC Student Show: This two-week exhibition
highlights
over
100 2D & 3D works by Southwestern Illinois College's own art
students.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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FESTIVAL OF THE BLUFFS
Valmeyer, IL |
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Saturday, May 14, 2011
9 am
- 4 pm
Community Park,
Prairie du Rocher
Enjoy the splendor of the towering Mississippi River bluff lands and
hike along one of several trails at Valmeyer’s Salt Lick Point Land
and Water Reserve. Enjoy music, food, and demonstrations. Stroll
through a market of artwork and handcrafted items and shop for
native plants from Missouri Wildflowers Nursery. Come relax and
enjoy the views! This year’s event also features a BioBlitz where
visitors can watch scientists and naturalists scouting for species
throughout the reserve. The festival is hosted by the Illinois
Department of Natural Resources, the Illinois Nature Preserves
Commission, Clifftop and the Salt Lick Point Land and Water Reserve
Stewardship Committee.
Free
For
more information
visit
www.clifftopalliance.org |
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HOMECOMING FESTIVAL
Hillsboro, MO |
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May 20 - May 21, 2011
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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BIRDING THE BOTTOMLANDS
Rockwood & Ellis Grove, IL |
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Saturday, May 21, 2011
6 am
- 10 am and 11 am - 2 pm
Rockwood Levee and Fort Kaskaskia Historic Site
Birding the Bottomlands where beginners to knowledgeable birders of
all ages can some experience migratory songbirds in their most
vibrant colors. Ten locations on the Rockwood Levee will be staffed
for visitors to watch from 6 am -10 am with an after-party from 11
am - 2 pm at Fort Kaskaskia Historic Site. There will be free cake,
informational tables and a presentation of live birds of prey by
Free Again. Food will be available for purchase. The event is
presented by area state and city organizations and Audubon societies.
Free
Pre-register or call for information at 618-284-7160
or email at
laura.m.brandt@usace.army.mil by May 20th. |
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THE GREAT PIZZA
BICYCLE RIDE
Millstadt, IL |
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Monday, May 30, 2011
Registration: 8:30 am - 10 am
Millstadt City 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,
$13
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information visit
www.trailnet.org |
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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.
We reserve the right to limit content. We also willing to provide a web page free of
charge for these types of events to provide more details for our readers.
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