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To find out about other
activities in nearby areas
check out the following calendars:
Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri Calendar
Monroe County, Illinois Calendar
St. Clair County, Illinois
Calendar
Jefferson
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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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"PAPPY" WADE
MEMORIAL
Sparta, IL |
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Saturday,
May 3, 2008
6 pm
Sparta Lions Club, Belmont Street
This annual fiddle contest and bluegrass show
features an evening of championship entertainment. Supper served.
Admission fee
For
more information call 618-632-1384
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38TH
ANNUAL
FORT DE CHARTRES
RENDEZVOUS
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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June
7 - June 8, 2008
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
One of the largest in rendezvous events in the
country occurs annually at this historic fort. 18th century crafts, food, music, 1000's of historically
dressed participants, flintlock musket and rifle competition,
cannon and mortar competition, traders and more.
Small parking fee
For
more information call 618-284-7230
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HISTORICAL
SOCIETY
OPEN HOUSE
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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June
7 - June 8, 2008
10 am - 4 pm
Creole House
The Randolph County Historical Society will conduct guided tours of
the Creole House, a 19th century home with French American
transitional architecture that is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. The Creole House is only a two block detour for
visitors attending the Rendezvous at Fort de Chartres.
Free
For
more information call 618-284-3319
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LIBERTY
BELL
OF THE WEST
CELEBRATION
Kaskaskia, IL |
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Friday,
July 4, 2008
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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ANNUAL CORN FEST
Schuline, IL |
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Saturday,
August 2, 2008
Charter Oak Schoolhouse, 9272 Schuline Road
This annual festival benefits the Charter Oak
Schoolhouse. There will be large kettles of homegrown sweet corn,
delicious Indian Pudding, fried chicken and home grown vegetables.
This event also features a country market and craft sale, live
music, and tours of the schoolhouse. Sponsored by Randolph County
Historical Society.
For
more information call 618-443-2812 |
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SPARTA
BLUES FEST PARADE
Sparta, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2008
Sparta City Park, Belmont Street
Parade starts at 7 pm in downtown Sparta
A New Orleans style parade kicks off the Sparta Blues Fest and winds
it way through the town ending with free music at the park.
Free
For
more information call 618-443-4616
or visit www.spartablues.com |
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SPARTA
BLUES FEST
Sparta, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2008
Grounds open at 11 am, music starts at noon
Sparta City Park, Belmont Street
Since 1998 Sparta has hosted this annual blues festival featuring
local and regional musicians on a pavilion stage overlooking a lawn
with plenty of shade. Food and beverages are available on the
grounds. Be sure to bring blankets and chairs.
$10 and $10 for each cooler
For
more information call 618-443-4616
or visit www.spartablues.com |
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POPEYE'S
PICNIC
Chester, IL |
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September
5 - September 8, 2008
The annual Popeye's Picnic is always held the
first weekend following Labor Day. This year's event will celebrate
the 75th anniversary of Popeye starting on Friday
afternoon and features plenty of food, music, dancing, sporting
events and other contests, a parade is held on Saturday morning and
a sizeable fireworks display is the finale on Sunday evening. The
event is centered around the downtown area of Chester, but
activities are held throughout the town.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For
more information visit www.popeyepicnic.com |
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CANNON
SCHOOL
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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September
6 - September 7, 2008
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
An instructional course for historical artillerymen. A certificate
of safety will be issued to participants who pass the course. There
will be a live firing competition.
Free, Donations appreciated
For
more information call 618-284-7230 |
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FRENCH
COLONIAL
CRAFTS & TRADES
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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Sunday,
September 21, 2008
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
Visitors to this event will learn how to construct 18th century
items using period tools. This is a hands on opportunity for the
public.
Free, Donations appreciated
For
more information call 618-284-7230 |
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HISTORICAL
SOCIETY
OPEN HOUSE
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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Sunday,
September 21, 2008
10 am - 4 pm
Creole House
The Randolph County Historical Society will conduct guided tours of
the Creole House, a 19th century home with French American
transitional architecture that is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. The Creole House is only a two block detour for
visitors attending the Rendezvous at Fort de Chartres.
Free
For
more information call 618-284-3319
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ANNUAL TRADITIONAL
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Ellis Grove, IL
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September
27 - September 28, 2008
Saturday: 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 6 pm
Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site
4372 Park Road
A weekend featuring the sounds of Bluegrass, Cajun, Country, and
Irish music. There will also be craft shows and food vendors. Sponsored by the
Illinois Historic Preservation Society.
Parking is $5 per car
For
more information call 618-859-3031
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FRENCH
& INDIAN
WAR ASSEMBLAGE
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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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
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FRENCH
& INDIAN
WINTER RENDEZVOUS
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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November
1 - November 2, 2008
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
A winter gathering of French & Indian camping and competing in a
team woodswalk musket competition.
Free, Donations appreciated
For
more information call 618-284-7230
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CHRISTMAS ON
THE RIVER
Chester, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2008
The theme in 2007 for Chester's annual Christmas
celebration is The Traditions of Christmas. Activities include a
house tour, open houses at historical sites, a craft fair at the
Courthouse, a quilt show, a parade, and other activities throughout
the town. Plenty of food and refreshments will be available.
Free
For more information call 618-826-4187 or 618-
846- 4311 or visit www.chesterill.com
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LA
GUIANNEE
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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Wednesday,
December 31, 2008
7:30 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
Prairie du Rocher is the only community in the world to keep the
tradition of singing La Guiannee continuously since the 18th
century. Visitors are invited to a
rendition and refreshments at the Fort and the Creole House in town.
Free
For
more information call 618-284-7230
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FRENCH
& INDIAN
WINTER ASSEMBLAGE
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2009
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
A winter gathering of French & Indian camping and competing in a
team Woods Walk Musket competition.
Free, Donations appreciated
For
more information call 618-284-7230 |
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ARLA
ENCAMPMENT
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2009
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
Annual American Long Rifle Association encampment whose members
portray the long hunter era of 1750-1790.
Free, Donations appreciated
For
more information call 618-284-7230 |
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COLONIAL
TRADE FAIRE &
MUSKET FROLIC
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2009
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
This Juried Living History event depicts the
Illinois Country during the period between 1750-1790. This event
includes musket and rifle shooting matches, colonial games, and
military demonstrations.
For
more information call 618-284-7230 |
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SCHOOL
OF THE SOLDIER
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2009
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
This educational weekend event includes demonstrations, workshops,
seminars, and lectures
to help reenactors with their personae.
For
more information call 618-284-7230 |
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