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July 2013
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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INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Columbia, IL |
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Thursday, July 4, 2013
Grounds open at 11 am, Breakfast at Legion Hall
at 9 am
American Legion Memorial Park, 375 E. Locust
Street
The
community of Columbia bands together to form the July Fourth
Committee and puts on this Independence Day
celebration that features food, beer, and other refreshments, bingo, a
washer tournament, a Kloepper tournament, and other entertainment. Fireworks begin at
dusk.
Free
For more information call 618-281-5556 |
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LIBERTY
BELL
OF THE
WEST
CELEBRATION
Kaskaskia, IL |
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Thursday, July 4, 2013
11 am - 3 pm
Kaskaskia Bell State Historic Site
This annual celebration takes place at the site of the Liberty Bell
of the West, which was rung when
Rogers Clark and
his Long Knives captured Kaskaskia on July 4, 1778. A ceremony starts at
12:30 with speakers and the French Colonial Marines from nearby Fort
de Chartres. The celebration also features live music, food and
other refreshments, and the Church of the
Immaculate Conception will be open for tours.
Free
For
more information call 618-826-2667 |
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OLD FASHIONED
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
Mascoutah, IL |
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Thursday, July 4, 2013
4 pm
Scheve Park, Harnett Street
TThis
hometown celebration is held to encourage and strengthen the
relationship between surrounding communities and the city. The event
features softball and kickball tournaments, rides, kids games, good
& drinks, raffle, poker, artisans, fireworks and more! Music
provided by various local groups with the US Air Force Band of
MidAmerica playing in the evening. Fireworks begin at
9:30 pm.
Free
For more information call 618-281-5556 |
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4TH
OF JULY
FESTIVITIES
Ste. Genevieve, MO |
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Thursday July 4, 2013
Pere
Marquette Park, North Main Street
Fireworks sponsored
by the Chamber of Commerce of Ste. Genevieve in the
city park overlooking the Mississippi River.
Pops Musical concert before fireworks with Live Band & Beer Garden
after the fireworks.
Free
For
more information call 1-800-373-7007 |
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SAINTE
GENEVIEVE
COUNTY
FAIR
Ste. Genevieve, MO |
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July 11 - July 14, 2013
9 am - 9 pm
County Fairgrounds
The Sainte Genevieve County Fair includes a parade,
livestock shows, demolition derby, horse show, truck pulls,
tractor pulls, queen contest, 4H and FFA exhibits and a band on
Friday night. There is a lot to see and do for adults and children
all weekend with plenty of good food and entertainment.
Free
For
more information call 573-883-3548 or 1-800-373-7007 |
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RANDOLPH COUNTY FAIR
Sparta, IL |
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July 12 - July 20, 2013
Randolph County Fair Grounds, W. Belmont Street
Special events, variety of foods, parade, 4H, livestock, and
agricultural exhibits.
For more information call
618-443-2916 |
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TIGER APPRECIATION DAY
Ste. Genevieve County, MO |
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Saturday, July 13, 2013
11 am - 3 pm
Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary, 19620 State Route B
The
Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary is thanking all of our supporters
and donors over the years by invite everyone to a free day at
the sanctuary. The new education classroom and observation deck
will be open and there will be scheduled tours. The Sanctuary
will be having a silent auction, selling pictures, tiger prints,
and various other items. This is a great day to bring the whole
family for a day of fun and activities with games and crafts for
all age levels.
Free.
Donations are encouraged.
For
more information call
573-330-7334
or visit the Crown Ridge Tiger
Sanctuary website |
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JEFFERSON COUNTY
FAIR
Hillsboro, MO |
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July 18 - July 21, 2013
10349 Highway 29
Large and small concerts,
Barrel Racing, Bull Buckoff, Truck & Tractor Pull, Demolition Derby,
carnival rides & games, contests, crafts, food & drinks, and more -
the Fair has something for kids, teens, and adults!
Admission
For more information call 636-797-3900
or visit
www.jeffersoncountyfair.net |
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MONROE
COUNTY FAIR
Waterloo, IL |
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July 21 - July 28, 2013
Monroe County
Fairgrounds, IL-156
This annual fair features agricultural exhibits
and many horse related events. Other exhibits include arts and
crafts, 4-H projects, floral arrangements, art and photography,
and quilts. Carnival rides are a favorite and local organizations
offer food and refreshments. The Fair Grandstand events range from
tractor pulls to the FFA competition and the annual Fair Queen
Pageant and the Little Miss contest.
See website
for admission details
For
more information call 618-939-7796
or visit www.monroecounty-fair.org |
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FOURTH FRIDAY
ART WALK
Ste. Genevieve, MO |
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Friday, July 26, 2013
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.
Free
For
more information visit the
event website |
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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 EXHIBITS
Belleville, IL |
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July
27 - August 17, 2012
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
Thursday Night
Drawing Group features the work of a group of artists who
meet weekly to pursue the art of drawing the figure. In this group
setting, these artists have found a nurturing environment of
camaraderie and collaboration open to experiment and exploration.
Jill Rumoshosky Werner uses quilted elements to
create three dimensional “visual dictionaries” in which she defines
words and concepts with imagery rather than words.
Free
For
more information call 618-222-5278
or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com |
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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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