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Visitors Guide for Events
in
Collinsville,
Edwardsville, Glen Carbon,
Granite City, and Highland
Madison County, Illinois
This Calendar of Events only
covers events located in southern and eastern Madison County, Illinois.
There are a number of activities located in the immediate vicinity including
Lewis & Clark events, events at the new National Great Rivers Museum, and
the communities surrounding Alton. Listings of these events can be found on
the Wood River Area (for
Lewis & Clark and the National Great Rivers Museum events) page and the
Alton
page.
To find out about other activities in nearby areas
check out our Main Calendar Page. |
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SIUE ANTIQUES SHOW
AND SALE
Edwardsville, IL |
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March 13 - March 14, 2010
Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 1 pm
Student Fitness Center, Circle Drive, SIUE Campus
This
annual Antique Show and Sale feature over 80 antique dealers who display and
sell furniture, china, glass, dolls, jewelry, silver, books, primitives,
pottery, tools, clocks, porcelain, paper items, quilts, linens and country
items. The event benefits the SIUE Lovejoy Library.
Admission
For more information call 618-650-2730 |
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SPRING INDIAN
MARKET DAYS
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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March 19 - March 21, 2010
Friday: 12 pm - 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 9 am - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
Native American artists and vendors display and sell painting,
sculpture, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, fetishes, dolls, herbals, soaps,
food, and more.
Free
For more information call 618-346-5160 or 800-289-2388 |
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SPRING EQUINOX
SUNRISE OBSERVANCE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, March 21, 2010
Arrive by 6:45 am
Collinsville Road
Observe the spring equinox sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and
function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a
solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is presented.
Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to
the site.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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HIGHLAND HISTORICAL
SOCIETY QUILT SHOW
Highland, IL |
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March 12 - March 13, 2010
Friday: 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
Faith Countryside Atrium Apartments, 1331 26th Street
This
show features over 100 hand-made quilts using various quilting
techniques. There will also be special quilt displays and quilting
related vendors as well as a quilt raffle.
Admission
For more information call 618-654-7957
or visit
www.highlandilhistory.org |
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FUND RAISER FOR
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Edwardsville, IL |
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Sunday, April 11, 2010
Registration at 11 am
Walk starts at 12 pm
Township Park,
6368
Center Grove Road
Join other walkers in this signature fundraising event of the National Multiple Sclerosis
Society in routes of either 1 and 3 mile options.
For
more information call 618-830-3908 |
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ATLATL COMPETITION
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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April 16 - April 17, 2010
10
am - 4 pm each day
Collinsville Road
The
atlatl is the weapon that transformed early humans from scavengers to
big-game hunters such as the mammoth and the mastodon and predates the
bow and arrow by thousands of years. The Missouri Atlatl Association, a
group of primitive weapon enthusiasts will hold its annual competition
and demonstration of this ancient spear throwing device.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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MILITIA MUSTER
Edwardsville, IL |
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April 24 - April 25, 2010
Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday: Noon - 4 pm
Stephenson House, 409 S. Buchanan
Citizen soldiers gather at Stephenson House to take up arms in defense of
their homes. Visitors will view a militia encampment, soldiers' daily
routine, and preparations for the expedition led by Colonel Stephenson
during the War of 1812.
Admission
For more information call
618-692-1818 |
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KID'S DAY
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, May 16, 2010
11 am - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
This special event features hands-on crafts and activities, such as
arrowhead making, pottery making, face painting, spear throwing, corn
grinding, Indian games; dance performances and more. For kids of all
ages.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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NATURE/CULTURE
HIKE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, May 22, 2010
9:30 am - 1 pm
Collinsville Road
Take a three mile hike with an archaeologist and a naturalist through
various habitats. Learn about the cultural and natural resources,
excavation results, and native uses of plants of Cahokia Mounds.
Canceled in case of rain.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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PREHISTORIC PEDAL
BICYCLE RIDE
Granite City, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2010
Registration: 11 am - Noon
Horseshoe
Lake State Park
Explore the forests and fauna around Horseshoe
Lake State Park. Complete the bike ride on your own, map provided. After the
ride plan a visit to Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site hosting a Native
American storyteller as part of the St. Louis Storytelling Festival at 2 pm.
Choose your route length out and back o the MCT Schoolhouse Trail.
Free
For more information call
314-416-9930 |
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INTERNATIONAL
HORSERADISH FESTIVAL
Collinsville, IL |
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June 5 -
June 6, 2010
Woodland Park, IL-159 and Pine Lake Road
Saturday: 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 6 pm
This is one of Illinois’ hottest festivals. Collinsville is the self
proclaimed "Horseradish Capital of the World" with two-thirds of
the U.S. horseradish crop being grown in the area. Participate in unique events such as a "root
derby" and "root sacking," along with such activities like cooking contests, and plenty of entertainment, food
and family fun.
Free
For more information call 618-344-2884
or visit www.horseradishfestival.com |
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RAPTOR AWARENESS DAY
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, June 6, 2010
2 pm
Collinsville Road
The World Bird Sanctuary of St. Louis brings live birds of prey and
teaches about habitats, differences and similarities between eagles,
hawks, owls, falcons, buzzards, and others. Features a live flight
over the heads of the audience.
Free
For more information call 1-800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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FREE
CONCERTS
Edwardsville, IL |
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June 10 - August
26, 2010
Every Thursday at 8 pm
As part of the Arts in the Park program the city
of Edwardsville and the Madison County Arts Council sponsor concerts at
the bandstand in Edwardsville City Park by the Edwardsville Municipal Band.
Free
For
more information call 618-692-7538 |
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SCHWEITZERFEST
Highland, IL |
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June 12 - June 13, 2010
Saturday: 12 pm - 12 am
Sunday: 12 pm - 10 pm
Downtown on the Square
The Highland Jaycees sponsor the annual
Homecoming celebration called the Schweizerfest, celebrates city's Swiss
heritage. There will be a huge assortment of foods, beverages, rides, &
games on Saturday and Sunday. There will be a large parade on Saturday and
Sunday evenings. There is also a live band for Friday night with beer, soda,
and brats available. Come join the fun!
Free |
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GLEN CARBON HOMECOMING
Glen Carbon, IL |
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June 18 - June 19, 2010
Friday: 5 pm - 12 pm
Saturday: 4 pm - 12 pm
Main Street, Old Town Glen Carbon
This annual event features a carnival & pony
rides, black jack, dice & carnival games, live entertainment, karaoke & guitar
hero, a wine bar & beer garden, variety of foods, a parade, and fireworks at
dusk on Saturday.
Free
For more information call
618-288-1200 |
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FREE
CONCERTS
Edwardsville, IL |
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June 18 -
July 30, 2010
Every Friday at 8 pm
As part of the Arts in the Park program the city
of Edwardsville and the Madison County Arts Council sponsors concerts at
the bandstand in Edwardsville City Park featuring a different band every
weekend.
Free
For
more information call 618-692-7538 |
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MOUNDS TRAIL
INTERPRETIVE BIKE RIDE
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, June 19, 2010
Registration begins at 9 am
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site,
30
Ramey Drive
Cahokia was the largest prehistoric native civilization north of
Mexico and was a religious, political, economic and cultural center.
This 15-mile group-led on-street route closely follows the route
taken by this prehistoric civilization as they traveled between
“mound cities” and across the Mississippi River, includes stops for
historic interpretation and is recommended for experienced cyclists.
Free
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114
or visit www.trailnet.org |
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SUMMER
SOLSTICE
SUNRISE OBSERVANCE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, June 20, 2010
Arrive by 5:20 am
Collinsville Road
Observe the summer solstice sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and
function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a
solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is presented.
Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to
the site.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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ST. ELIZABETH
PARISH PICNIC
Granite City, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2010
2300 Pontoon Road
Friday features a fish fry from 4 to 7 pm, Saturday features pigs 'n blanket
from 4 to 7 pm, and on Sunday there’s all you can eat chicken dinner from
noon to 6 pm. All three days features carnival rides, food, bingo, kids’
activities, and live entertainment.
Free
For
more information call
618-877-3300 |
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FESTIVAL AND FIREWORKS
Granite City, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2010
Wilson Park, 2900 Benton Street
The Granite City Park District's celebration includes carnival rides,
concerts, carriage rides, food, and entertainment. Fireworks at 9:15 pm on
the 4th at the Coolidge Middle School Grounds, 3231 Nameoki Road.
Free
For more information call 618-877-3059 |
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CONTEMPORARY
INDIAN ART SHOW
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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July
10 - July 11, 2010
9 am - 5 pm
Collinsville Road
A juried show of fine arts by 25 Native American artists from across
the nation, displaying and selling paintings, sculpture, silverwork,
ceramics, paper art, pen and ink drawings, prints and more.
Free
For more information call 618-346-5160 or 800-289-2388 |
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BIG BOTTLE RIDE
Collinsville,
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Sunday, July 11, 2010
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
VFW
Post 5691, 1234 Vandalia Street
A
relishing ride on country roads, through horseradish country, including a stop
near the world’s largest catsup bottle, the Brooks Catsup Bottle Water Tower.
After the ride join the Summerfest Celebration where you will find food and
drinks.
Fees: $8 Member, $12
Non-member, $3 Child
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114
or visit www.trailnet.org |
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CATSUP BOTTLE
SUMMERFEST
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, July 11, 2010
Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
American Legion Post 365, 1022 Vandalia Street
Don't miss this annual Collinsville World's Largest Catsup Bottle
Summerfest Birthday Party features old-fashioned birthday party games, craft booths,
food & drinks, live music, classic car show and cruise, ketchup tasting
contest, Princess Tomato & Sir Catsup Contest, and much more!
Free
For more information call 618-344-8775 or visit
www.catsupbottlesummerfest.com |
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MADISON
COUNTY FAIR
Edwardsville, IL |
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July 25 - July 31, 2010
Madison County Fairgrounds, Park Hill Drive
Product displays, livestock, arts and crafts,
carnival rides, food, live music and arena events of stock car race, tractor
pull, 4-H show and a demolition derby.
Free Admission to
fairgrounds
For more information call 618-654-6656
or visit www.madcofair.com |
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ARCHEOLOGY DAY
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, August 7, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
This is the site's largest annual event and features specialists
demonstrating ancient crafts such as pottery making, flintknapping, gourd
carving, making tools and ornaments, bow and arrow making, and more. Food
and drinks available.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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SCREAM FOR
ICE CREAM RIDE
Edwardsville, IL |
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Sunday, August 15, 2010
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
The Cyclery and Fitness Center, 2472 Troy Road (IL-159)
This beautiful ride through the country makes a stop at Annie’s
Frozen Custard. The routes are on roads and portions of Madison
County Transit Trails.
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$12 Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114
or visit www.trailnet.org |
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ANNUAL STREET ART FESTIVAL
Highland, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2010
Saturday: 11 am - 8 pm
Historic Downtown Square
Visitors can stroll the streets watching artists create masterpieces
right on the pavement using chalks and. There is also a Creative
Kids Corner with lots of activities for young, aspiring artists! An
Arts Expo featuring several local artists and there will be live
music and enjoying great food.
Free
For
more information call 618-654-3721 |
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MIDWEST SALUTE
TO THE ARTS
Fairview Heights, IL |
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POSSIBLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2010
Friday: 7 pm - 10 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm
Longacre Park
Since 1988 Fairview Heights, Illinois, has been host to
the Midwest Salute to the Arts, rated the 40th best fine arts show
in the nation. This prestigious event attracts people from across
the Midwest and features some of the best sculptors, painters and
creators of decorative and wearable art in the United States.
Free
For
more information visit midwestsalute.com |
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ATLATL COMPETITION
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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September 11 - September 12, 2010
10
am - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
The
atlatl is the weapon that transformed early humans from scavengers to
big-game hunters such as the mammoth and the mastodon and predates the
bow and arrow by thousands of years. The Missouri Atlatl Association, a
group of primitive weapon enthusiasts will hold its annual competition
and demonstration of this ancient spear throwing device.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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AMERICAN INDIAN
EDUCATION DAYS
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, September 12, 2010
10
am - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
Native American individuals and groups will demonstrate and sell various
crafts, have informational booths and hands-on activities for children.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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FALL EQUINOX
SUNRISE OBSERVANCE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, September 19, 2010
Arrive by 6:30 am
Collinsville Road
Observe the fall equinox sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and
function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a
solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is presented.
Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to
the site.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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FOOT
HIGH PIE RIDE
Highland, IL |
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Sunday, September 19, 2010
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
Highland High School, 12760 Troxler Avenue
This pleasant ride features flat to gently rolling terrain with no
big hills through the countryside with a stop at Blue Springs Café
to purchase great food and their famous Foot High Pies!
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$12 Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114
or visit www.trailnet.org |
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NATURE/CULTURE
HIKE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, September 25, 2010
9:30 am - 1 pm
Collinsville Road
Take a three mile hike with an archaeologist and a naturalist through
various habitats. Learn about the cultural and natural resources,
excavation results, and native uses of plants of Cahokia Mounds.
Canceled in case of rain.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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ARTIFACT
IDENTIFICATION DAY
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
12 pm - 4 pm
Collinsville Road
Archaeologists will identify artifacts brought in by the public, as to
culture, time period, material and function. No monetary appraisals will
be given.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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ITALIAN FEST
Collinsville, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
Main Street, downtown Collinsville
11 am - 10 pm
This annual festival, which began in 1984, features the Paisan Pedal
Push, 5K Run-Walk, continuous entertainment on three stages, Fest
Olympics, Italian Cooking Contest, Bocce Ball, Grape Stomp, Wine
Garden, Craft Fair, Wine Making Contest, a Children’s area and But,
the real calling card for the Italian Fest continues to be the
authentic Italian fare.
Free
For visit www.italianfest.net |
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MEMORY WALK
Edwardsville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
Registration 8 am, Walk 9 am
SIUE Campus
Memory Walk is the Alzheimer’s Association’s
signature event to help those battling Alzheimer’s disease. Memory Walk
proceeds support programs, services and research.
For more information call 314-801-0440 |
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5K TRAIL RUN/WALK
& KIDS FUN RUN
Edwardsville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 2010
Kids un 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!
Awardes 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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ARTEAST
Madison County, IL |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 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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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
October, 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 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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RAPTOR AWARENESS DAY
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Saturday, November 6, 2010
2 pm
Collinsville Road
The World Bird Sanctuary of St. Louis brings live birds of prey and
teaches about habitats, differences and similarities between eagles,
hawks, owls, falcons, buzzards, and others. Features a live flight
over the heads of the audience.
Free
For more information call 1-800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160
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ANNUAL INDIAN
MARKET DAYS
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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November 26 - November 28, 2010
Friday: 12 pm - 5 pm
Saturday - Sunday: 9 am - 5 pm
Collinsville Road
Vendors and American Indian artists will have
jewelry, paintings, crafts, clothing, weavings, carvings, baskets,
pottery, sculpture and more for sale.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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WINTER
EQUINOX
SUNRISE OBSERVANCE
Cahokia Mounds
State Historic Site
Collinsville, IL |
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Sunday, December 19, 2010
Arrive by 7 am
Collinsville Road
Observe the winter equinox sunrise and learn of the discovery, form and
function of an ancient post circle called Woodhenge that was used as a
solar calendar by the Cahokians. No ceremony or ritual is presented.
Woodhenge is located 1/2 mile west of Monks Mound and the main entrance to
the site.
Free
For more information call 800-289-2388 or 618-346-5160 |
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EAGLE DAYS
St. Louis County, MO
Madison County, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2010
8 am - 3 pm
Old Chain of Rocks Bridge
This annual event features spotting scopes, live Eagle education program
by the World Bird Sanctuary, and Lewis & Clark reenactors. The annual Eagle Days event is made possible
through a partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources,
Missouri Department of Conservation and Trailnet.
Event is Free
Free and Paid parking available
For more information call
314-877-1309 |
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