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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ARLA
ENCAMPMENT
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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March 15 - March 18, 2012
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
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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March 31 - April 1, 2012
9 am - 5 pm
Fort
De Chartres
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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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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BIRDING THE BOTTOMLANDS
Rockwood & Ellis Grove, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2012
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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ANNUAL
FORT DE CHARTRES
RENDEZVOUS
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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June 2 - June 3, 2012
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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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012
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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RIVER CITY FEST
Chester, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2012
Saturday: 3 pm - 7 pm
Sunday: 12 pm – 4 pm
This
event features a wide variety of artisans, crafters and the
wares for sale. There will also be a tent for children to make a
Take-Home craft and a special appearance by 'Coco the Clown'. A
selection of fruit and cheese plates, cold drinks and coffee
will be available. Music will be provided on both days. In
addition to the events at the Cohen Home, The Stone House B&B
will host a wine tasting and Moof's Bar and Grill will host a
BBQ Cook Off on Saturday. Fanciful Finishes has an open house.
Free
For more information call 618-615-1118
or
618-826-1430
or email at
chesterskateland@msn.com |
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LIBERTY
BELL
OF THE
WEST
CELEBRATION
Kaskaskia, IL |
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Wednesday,
July 4, 2012
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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RANDOLPH
COUNTY FAIR
Sparta, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2012
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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ANNUAL CORN FEST
Schuline, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2012
Charter Oak Schoolhouse, 9272 Schuline Road
Begins at 4 pm
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.
Free
For more information call
618-443-2812 |
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KASKASKIA CHURCH
PICNIC
Kaskaskia, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012
10 am - 7 pm
Church of the
Immaculate Conception
Attractions include Bingo, Tractor and Truck Pull, children’s
games, and the usual picnic attractions. The prizes for the wonderful raffle
to be announced.
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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POPEYE'S
PICNIC
Chester, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012
The annual Popeye's Picnic is always held the
first weekend following Labor Day. As always the event starts 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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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012
10 am
Fort
De Chartres
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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ANNUAL TRADITIONAL
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Ellis Grove, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2012
11 am - 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.
Admission is $5 per person
For
more information call 618-632-1384
For more information on camping 618-859-3741 |
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FETE AT THE FORT
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
11 am - 4 pm
Fort
De Chartres
4 miles west of Prairie du Rocher on IL-155
Come
join the fun and be a part of the annual Fete at The Fort at
Historic Fort de Chartres. This is a perfect opportunity to
sample what brewers will be showcasing in a unique 18th Century
environment. The first 1500 attendees will receive a
commemorative Fort de Chartres sampling glass to enjoy beer
samples from participating breweries. All of this taking place
at a French fort with 18th century reenactors- natives, French
Marines, British soldiers, Cannon crews, Fife and Drum Corps,
and Bagpipe groups to name a few! Hot Dogs, Brats, water, and
soft drinks will be available in the food court. Proceeds
benefit the Save Illinois History foundation which supports the
Historic Sites of Illinois.
Admission
For
more information or to buy tickets in advance visit the
event website. |
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HISTORICAL HAUNT
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
7 pm - 11 pm
Creole House
The Randolph County Historical Society transforms
the Creole House, a 19th century home with French American
transitional architecture that is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places, into a haunted house based on actual historical
events. The Creole House is only a two block detour for
visitors attending the Rendezvous at Fort de Chartres.
Admission
For
more information call 618-284-3319 |
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FALL FESTIVAL
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2012
Festival begins at Noon
This
festival sponsored by the Prairie du Rocher Chamber of Commerce
takes on a Creole theme with activities based on what settlers
would have done at the turn of the 19th century.
Free
For
more information call 618-284-7308 |
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FRENCH
& INDIAN
WINTER RENDEZVOUS
Prairie du Rocher, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2012
10 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, 2012
Chester's annual Christmas
celebration's activities include a
house tour, open houses at historical sites, a arts and craft fair
at the Courthouse, a quilt show, a parade, and other activities
throughout the community. Plenty of food and refreshments will be
available.
Free
For more information call 618-826-5114
or visit www.chesterill.com
for a complete schedule. |
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