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May 2011
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.
FOURTH FRIDAY
ART WALK
Ste. Genevieve, MO |
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Friday, May 27, 2011
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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Probable
Events
Dates, times, and other
details will change and will be listed as soon as we get updated
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VILLAGE-WIDE
YARD SALE
Millstadt, IL |
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Saturday May 1, 2010
8 am - 2 pm
This
village wide yard sale features over 100 registered
participants.
Participant maps, food and beverage available
by
the Millstadt Historical Society at
the Millstadt Community Center, 102 S. Jefferson Avenue. There
will also be sidewalk
sales and special promotions offered by Millstadt businesses.
Free
For more information call 618-476-3696 |
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FORT
DE CHARTRES
KID'S
DAY
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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Saturday,
May 1, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
Community Par,
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 2, 2010
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 EXHIBIT
Belleville, IL |
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May 13 - July 3, 2010
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
The works of Dale Threlkeld, David Hammond, and Don Bevirt are
on exhibit.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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ART
ON THE SQUARE
Belleville, IL |
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May 14 - May 16, 2010
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 15 - May 16, 2010
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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HOMECOMING FESTIVAL
Hillsboro, MO |
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May 21 - May 22, 2010
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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OPERATION W.A.V.E.
Kimmswick, MO |
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May 23 - May 24, 2010
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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CIVIC ASSOCIATION
HOMECOMING
Maeystown, IL |
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May 28 - May 29, 2010
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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THE GREAT PIZZA
BICYCLE RIDE
Millstadt, IL |
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Monday, May 31, 2010
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,
$12
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114 |
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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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