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Visitors Guide for Events
October 2010
Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway Area
Madison, Jersey & Calhoun Counties, Illinois
GUIDED PRAIRIE WALKS
Alton, IL |
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Tuesdays, April 13 - October 26, 2010
6 pm
Gordon Moore Park, 4550 College Avenue
Enjoy an evening walk as a guide from the Nature Institute leads you through
the Heartland Prairie at Gordon Moore Park. The park hosts nine species of
native prairie grasses and 150 prairie wildflowers that are native to
Madison County and surrounding Illinois counties. If you want to see
wildflowers this is a great place and time to visit.
Free
For more information call
618-466-9930 |
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11TH ANNUAL ELSAH
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
Elsah
July 18 - October 16, 2010
Friday - Sunday, 1 pm to 4 pm
Village of Elsah Museum
Amateur and professional photographers will be
displaying photographs of the Village of Elsah and the immediate area in
every season in an exhibit entitled "Natural Elsah."
Free
Click here for
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Godfrey, IL |
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September 3
- October 31, 2010
Glazebrook Park, 1401 Stamper Lane
Fridays: 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturdays: 11 am - 10 pm
Sundays: 1 pm to dusk
Seven acre outdoor maze using tall corn as walls. Special events will be
held during the open months (September and October)
Admission Fees. Group rates and rentals available
For more information, or for group reservations, call 618-466-1483
or
visit www.greatgodfreymaze.com |
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LOCKHAVEN'S FALL PREVIEW
Godfrey, IL |
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September 3 – November 30, 2010
10872 Lawrence Keller Drive
You
are cordially invited to reserve a tee time at the classic Robert Bruce
Harris designed golf course and experience the best in fall golf at
Lockhaven Country Club. From Labor Day weekend through the end of
November you are welcome to may play the course, use practice facilities,
and enjoy the dining at the grill for a daily fee.
Admission: Green Fees (Cart included) are: $39 Weekdays (Tuesday through
Thursday), $49 Weekends (Friday through Sunday). $29 Twilight Special every
day (except Monday) after 3 pm. Bundled rounds are available at $99 for 3
rounds and $199 for 7 rounds of golf this fall (weekends or weekdays.)
For
reservations or more information call 618-466-2441 |
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CHALLENGE OF
THE BLUFFS RUN
Alton, IL |
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Saturday, October
2, 2010
8 am registration; run begins at 9 am;
walk begins at 9:15 am
Broadway & Alby Streets
This annual event features a 5-mile run up and
down the hilly and scenic Streets of Alton’s historic Christian Hill
district and a 2-mile competitive walk to Riverview Park and back.
Participants receive a T-shirt and a goody bag provided by area vendors.
Prizes and awards to various classes.
Entry Fee
For more information call 618-463-1016
or visit www.altonmarketplace.com |
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NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday,
October 2, 2010
8:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Learn about the park's natural history and experience the beauty of nature
by hiking along one of the many hiking trails. Wear good hiking shoes and
bring binoculars for this adventure that will last about 2 hours.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1 |
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JERSEY
COUNTY
APPLE FESTIVAL
Jerseyville, IL |
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Saturday, October 2, 2010
9 am - 4 pm
Cheney Mansion,
601 N. State Street
The
event features tours of the Cheney Mansion, Lone Star School, the Log Cabin,
Museum, and the Flautt Addition. There
will be Entertainment by "Elvis Presley", impersonator Steve Davis and other
musical groups. There will be children's
games--craft booths, demonstrations, quilt raffle, basket raffle and more.
The Society will be serving Pioneer Stew, Ham and Beans with cornbread,
chicken strips, fish, fries, hot dogs, and deserts. Apples and other apple
products will be available on the grounds.
Historic tours are $5 for adults, children 10 and
under are free
Other activities are free
For more information call 618-498-2876 |
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5K TRAIL RUN/WALK
& KIDS FUN RUN
Edwardsville, IL |
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Saturday, October 2, 2010
Kids Fun Run starts at 9 am, 5K at 9:30 am
Watershed Nature Center, 1591 Tower Avenue
Mark your calendar and get ready to lace up your
shoes for the Watershed Nature Center 5K Trail Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run!
Awards for top finishers in each age division.
Proceeds benefit the Watershed Nature Center.
Entry Fee
For more information call 618-692-7578 |
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FALL CORN FESTIVAL
Godfrey, IL |
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Saturday, October 2, 2010
11 am - 10 pm
Glazebrook Park, 1401 Stamper Lane
This annual fall corn festival includes cornhusk doll making, corn shucking
contests, a corn cookoff, craft show, antique tractor displays, vintage food and craft vendors, the
Great
Godfrey Corn Maze and helicopter rides over the maze.
Free to festival, some activities require a fee
For more information call 618-466-1483 |
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FALL FESTIVAL
Grafton, IL |
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October 2 - October 3, 2010
Saturday 11 am - 11 pm
Sunday 11 - 6 pm
St. Patrick’s Church on Route 100
Enjoy fall festival fun all weekend long near the riverfront in
Grafton. They’ll be serving up fish, brats, delicious homemade pies,
and other goodies. In addition, there will be crafts, theme baskets,
thousands of pumpkins & colorful gourds, & Indian corn, a country
store, basket raffle, kids' games, bingo, charitable games, washers
and much more. The "Night Owls" will be performing on Saturday with
Dan Sproat entertaining throughout the day Sunday. Pancakes and
sausage will be served Sunday morning from 8 am to 11 am.
Free
For more information call 618-786-3512 |
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VINTAGE
VOICES
Alton, IL |
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Every Saturday in October
October 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2010
1 pm - 3 pm
Alton Cemetery, 5th & Vine
The public is invited to this beautiful cemetery as ten actors,
standing by the graves of the residents they will portray, will greet
passers-by in a living history tour being staged by the Alton YWCA in
cooperation with the Alton Cemetery Board and the Alton Little Theater. The grounds are accessible to
those with disabilities.
Tickets: $12 for adults, $6 for children 6
through
12, Prices subject to change. Group rates available.
For more information or to purchase tickets call 618-465-6676
or visit www.altonywca.com |
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CROATIAN & ITALIAN FEST
Wood River, IL |
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Sunday, October 3, 2010
12 pm
- 8 pm
The
first descendents of Wood River were Croatian and Italian. Join us
as we celebrate the heritage of this 100 year old community.
Activities will include: Little Mr. & Mrs. Centennial Pageant, car
show, Italian music, heritage dancers, kids' games, bounce houses,
bear zoo, lots of food and drink. The Smash Band will take the stage for a live performance from 4 pm - 8
pm.
Free
For more information call
618-251-3100 |
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APPLE FESTIVAL
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Sunday, October 3, 2010
11 am - 3 pm
Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center
Pere Marquette Park is steeped in natural and cultural history.
Come and celebrate Native American and history and heritage at Pere
Marquette Lodge. This festival features crafters and artisans, live music in the
Great Room, and fun activities for the whole family.
Free
For more information call
618-786-2331 ext. 338 |
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OWL PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Friday, October 8, 2010
8 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
A variety of owls inhabit Pere Marquette State
Park and the surrounding area. A lecture by the Park staff will tell you what
these bird sound like and the individual habits of each species. After the
lecture there will be a short 1 1/2 mile hike (part of the hike is uphill) to
listen for these fascinating birds. After the hike there will be a marshmallow
roast. Please bring one flashlight per family. Marshmallows and drinks will be
provided.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323 ext 1 |
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OKTOBERFEST
Alton, IL |
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October 8 - October 10, 2010
St.
Mary's Church, 536 E. Third Street
Friday:
7
pm. - 11 pm
Saturday
1 pm
- 11 pm
Sunday
Noon
- 10 pm
Polkas, German food, live music, inflatables...it's a fall festival you
won't want to miss! Live music will include the Glendale Riders on Friday
night and Polka Connection and The Smash Band on Saturday. On Sunday, Five
and Dimers, Waterloo German Band and Back in the Saddle will take the stage.
The schedule is packed with activities on the festival grounds.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For more information call 618-465-4284
or visit
www.stmarysoktoberfest.com |
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OLD SETTLERS DAYS
Kampsville, IL |
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October 9 - October 10, 2010
10 am - 5 pm daily
Riverside Park
This event on the banks of the Illinois River depicts the life and times
of the early Calhoun settlers. Civil War re-enactment, carriage
rides, fiddle contest, mountain-man activities, apple-butter making and
other period demonstrations, food, crafts, and live entertainment.
Free
For more information call 618-465-2114 |
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"FLAGS OVER THE MISSISSIPPI"
Hartford, IL |
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October 9 - October 10, 2010
10 am - 4 pm each day
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
New Poag Road and IL-3
The “Flags Over the Mississippi: Struggle for
the Empire” program covers the 18 th century struggle for control for the
Mississippi River Valley. This region, rich in natural resources, was fought
for as European nations struggled to build their New World empires. Come and
enjoy an interpretation of Spanish, French, British and American military
life.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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ART IN THE PARK
Highland, IL |
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October 9 - October 10, 2010
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm
Lindendale Park, 2025 Park Hill Drive
The
Highland Arts Council hosts this Annual 'Art in the Park' event.
Artists will compete for over $10,000 in prizes at one the area's
premier art events. There will be plenty of tasty refreshments to
enjoy while listening to a great entertainment lineup. There will
also be lots of fun things for the kids to do, too.
Free
For more information call
618-654-3721 |
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AALA
HISTORIC
HOUSE TOUR
Alton, IL |
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Sunday,
October 10, 2010
12 pm - 5 pm
This annual self-guided tour features some of Alton’s most the beautiful homes,
interesting buildings, and churches of Alton, some of which are listed on
the National Register of Historic Places. Sponsored by the
Alton Area Landmarks Association.
Tickets are $12 and will be sold the day of the
tour
For more information call 618-463-5761 |
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OWL PROGRAM
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Friday, October 15, 2010
7:30 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
A variety of owls inhabit Pere Marquette State
Park and the surrounding area. A lecture by the Park staff will tell you what
these bird sound like and the individual habits of each species. After the
lecture there will be a short 1 1/2 mile hike (part of the hike is uphill) to
listen for these fascinating birds. After the hike there will be a marshmallow
roast. Please bring one flashlight per family. Marshmallows and drinks will be
provided.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323 ext 1 |
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BOOK
AND BAKE SALE
Elsah, IL |
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Saturday, October 16, 2010
1 pm
- 4 pm
Village of Elsah Museum, 26 LaSalle Street
This
Book and Bake Sale is a fund raising event for the Village of Elsah Museum.
Baked Goods will be available on Saturday while the book sale covers both days.
Free
For more information call
618-374-1059 |
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GRAFTON
RENDEZVOUS
Grafton, IL |
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October 16 - October 17, 2010
10 am - 4:30 pm daily
Grafton Riverfront
This event celebrates the pre-1840's fur trade era with reenactors camping
along the the Illinois River in teepees and period tents. Activities
includes tomahawk and knife throwing competitions, black powder and
archery contests, and
other period demonstrations, food, crafts, and live entertainment.
Free
For more information call
618-372-8672 |
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ARTEAST
Madison County, IL |
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October
16 - October 17, 2010
11 am - 5 pm each day
Various locations throughout Alton, Edwardsville, and other Madison County
communities.
ArtEast, the Edwardsville-Alton Studio Tour is an annual event
showcasing more than 100 artists living and working in Madison County and includes studio tours,
multiple exhibitions, and the chance to meet the artists themselves.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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PHOTOGRAPHY
EXHIBIT
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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October 16 - December 12, 2010
Tuesday - Sunday, 9 am - 5 pm
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, Interpretive Center, Collinsville Road
The photographs entered for the North American
Indian Photography Contest will be displayed. The contest, sponsored by the
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and Cahokia Mounds Museum Society, is
open to both amateurs and professionals and seeks photographs that transcend
simple snapshots and evoke the spirit of the North American Indian: people,
character, events, objects, symbols, environment, past or present culture,
and soul.
Free
For more information call 618-346-5160 |
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QUILT
& CHURCH TOUR
Calhoun County, IL |
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October 22 - October 23, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
Take
a relaxing drive through Calhoun County to see displays of beautiful quilts,
exhibits and activities. Visitors can also take part in quilt
demonstrations, quilt appraisals, supplies and sales. As a bonus, attendees
will be able to take a driving tour of the county to see 20 barn quilts.
Admission
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more information call 618-576-2293 |
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GUIDED NATURE HIKE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, October 23, 2010
8:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Feeling adventurous? Try this extended hike with the staff and explore some
of the Park’s most interesting trails. The focus will be on exercise and
stamina as the hike takes participants past creeks, 100-year old trees, and
stops at two scenic overlooks.
Wear good hiking shoes and bring a snack, a camera, and binoculars
for this six mile hiking adventure that will last about 3 hours.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1 |
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AUTUMN COLORS
DRIVE
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Thursday, October 28, 2010
9:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
Come join the staff on a scenic drive to view the natural beauty that is
unique to Pere Marquette State Park. A lottery will be held to decide who
will be able to ride with the Park Interpreter with the rest following in
their own vehicles.
The drive will stop at a local restaurant
and will return to the Park at approximately 2 pm.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1 |
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FOREST FORAGING
Pere Marquette
State Park
Grafton, IL |
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Saturday, October 30, 2010
9:30 am
Meet at the Visitors Center
A lecture will be given on wild edible plants followed by a hike to identify
plants like persimmons that can be found in the Park. Some of the plants will be
available to sample after the hike. The program lasts approximately 3 hours.
Bring comfortable shoes and an appetite.
Free
For
more information call
618-786-3323 ext. 1 |
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HALLOWEEN PARADE
Hartford, IL |
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Saturday, October 30, 2010
Line up at 12:30 pm at 7th Street Park
Starting time for the parade is 1 pm
This community-wide parade features local fire trucks, bands, floats
and lots of kids on foot and bicycles. Lots of candy for viewers
with costume and float judging and prizes.
Free
For more information call 618-251-2680 |
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HALLOWEEN PARADE
Alton, IL |
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Sunday, October 31, 2010
7 pm
Parade begins at Washington Avenue and Broadway
"Most Haunted Small Town in America"
hosts its annual Halloween Parade with Alton's scariest costumes and
comical characters featuring over 80 participants including floats, bands
and parade flair.
Free
For more information call 618-462-7527 |
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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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ART
EXHIBIT
Alton, IL |
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August 28 - October 4, 2009
Tuesday - Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm
Jacoby Arts Center, 627 E. Broadway
"Songs
of Presence" is a solo exhibition by fiber artist Laura
Strand, director of Textile Arts at SIU-Edwardsville. Strand has
exhibited throughout the U.S. and was a 2006 Artist Fellowship
recipient from the Illinois Arts Council. Strand has been profiled
in FIBERARTS and Surface Design Journal. Songs of Presence is part
of Innovations in Textiles 8, a biennial collaborative event in the
St. Louis Metropolitan Region that investigates the state of
contemporary textile arts.
Free
For more information call 618-462-5222 |
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