October 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.

FRENCH & INDIAN WAR ASSEMBLAGE Prairie du Rocher, IL		October 4 - October 5, 2008 9 am - 5 pm Fort De Chartres 4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155 The French and Indian War signaled the decline of France's influence in North America and helped spark the American Revolution. This Living History event portrays this time period at this reconstructed historic fort with camp life, contests, and vignettes. Free, Donations appreciated For more information call 618-284-7230
ARTIST WORKSHOP Ste. Genevieve, MO		Thursday, October 2, 2008 9 am - 4 pm The Ste. Genevieve Art Guild kicks off its Plein Air Event with a workshop featuring Michael Anderson. Michael Anderson has been an artist, illustrator & designer for over 30 years. Prior to establishing Michael Anderson Studio in Belleville in 1983 he was employed as a display designer & a graphic artist. Architectural illustrations by Michael Anderson have been published in books, magazines and numerous ads, brochures and design presentations. Michael Anderson frequently paints on Missouri Plein Air Painters Association outings. Fee Click here for additional information
PLEIN AIR EVENT Ste. Genevieve, MO		October 3 - October 10, 2008 Following the European tradition of capturing the atmosphere of the outdoors, artists are invited to join the realms of the famous regionalist artists of the 1930's by painting outdoors in scenic Ste. Genevieve with an opportunity to display and sell their work on the streets of Ste. Genevieve Saturday and Sunday, October 11th & 12th during the Autumn Daze event. Two pieces of work produced during the week will be juried on Saturday with monetary prizes being awarded at Noon. A workshop with Michael Anderson kick off the event on the 2nd. Painting en plein Air will start on the 3rd. Small fee for participating artists Click here for additional information
PROMENADE DES ART RECEPTION Ste. Genevieve, MO		Friday, October 10, 2008 6 pm - 8 pm Corner of Second & Merchant Streets An open reception at the Mammy Shaw House will feature works by a member of the original Ste. Genevieve Artist Colony of the 1930's. Donations requested For more information call 1-800-373-7007
AUTUMN DAZE Ste. Genevieve, MO		October 11 - October 12, 2008 This is a family oriented festival that includes Art, Artisan’s Handiwork, Fine Crafts, Children’s Art Tent, Quilt Show & Sale, Farmer’s Market, and Deju vu Spirit Reunion. The annual Promenade de Art put on by the area's local art guilds has been incorporated into this event and artists will be displaying and selling their work. There will be music, food, and refreshments all weekend. Free For more information call 573-883-7097 or 1-800-373-7007
OKTOBERFEST Maeystown, IL		Sunday, October 12, 2008 9 am - 5 pm Maeystown Historic District Enjoy all the sounds and smells of autumn while browsing through arts and crafts displays and demonstrations, and plenty of traditional German food. Free For more information call 618-458-6660
APPLE BUTTER FESTIVAL Kimmswick, MO		October 25 - October 26, 2008 10 am - 5 pm Downtown Kimmswick The Apple Butter Festival is the largest event in Jefferson County. Hundreds of vendor booths will fill the city park and line the streets of Kimmswick selling a variety of crafts and food items. The city of Kimmswick and the Kimmswick Merchants will also be providing live entertainment. The Kimmswick Historical Society will again be making and selling their famous Apple Butter at the Apple Butter Pavilion on Market Street. Free. Park at the Windsor School and catch a shuttle bus into town. For more information call 636-464-6464
Probable Events Dates, times, and other details will change and will be listed as soon as we get updated information.
ART EXHIBIT Belleville, IL		September 13 - October 26, 2007 Tuesday - Saturday: 11 am - 5 pm Thursday: 11 am - 8 pm Schmidt Art Center, Southwestern Illinois College MEMORY: This exhibit looks at the ways that works of art convey that most ephemeral aspect of our lives and identity - our memories. Each artist in the Memory exhibit has a Master of Fine Arts degree from SIUE. The work exhibited includes photographs by Peter Gifford, metal sculptures by Agnes Pal, and Rachel drawings by Hayes. Free For more information call 618-222-5278   or visit www.schmidtartcenter.com
CHILI COOK-OFF Belleville, IL		October 5 - October 6, 2007 11 am - 10:30 pm Downtown Belleville Sponsored by the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, this annual event features the culinary creations of individuals, local organizations, and area businesses.  Chili connoisseurs of all ages will be able to purchase samples or bowls of each variety of chili and can vote for their favorite to win the People's Choice Award. Saturday features the 3rd Annual City of Belleville Car Show and a Junior Idol competition. Free For more information call 618-233-2015
HERITAGE DAYS FALL FEST Waterloo, IL		Saturday, October 13, 2007 Monroe County Courthouse Grounds Local merchants, artists, and crafters gather on the Courthouse Square to sell their wares. A local chicken wing competition allows patrons to sample and vote for the “Best Wings in Waterloo”. Other food and drinks are also available. A petting zoo and carriage rides are featured. Free For more information call 618-939-5300

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.