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Calendar of Events
for St. Charles County, Missouri
We regularly update this calendar to
provide you with up to date information on a variety of events that take place
in St. Charles, Missouri. 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.
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MUSIC ON MAIN
St. Charles, MO |
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May - September, 2010
Downtown Historic District, 100 & 200 blocks of North Main Street
Join
the fun every third Wednesday for food, drink & live music. It’s a
party! Musical acts include Butch Wax & the Hollywoods in May,
Serapis in June, Hillbilly Authority in July, Rogers, Nienhaus &
Crawford in August, and The Arbogast Band in September.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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ART EXHIBITS
St. Charles, MO |
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August 27 - October 8, 2010
Tuesday - Saturday: 10
am - 5 pm
Open until 9 pm on Wednesdays
Sunday: 12 pm - 4 pm
Foundry Art Center,
520 N. Main Street
The
Artful Palette:
This
juried exhibition celebrates the art of painting. Artists using
any wet paint media including, oils, acrylics, watercolors, and
gouache are featured. David Spear, an award winning public
artist based in Columbia, MO, is the juror. Gallery III - Group 4 Award -
Unrefined Light features the work of
Gwen
Arkin, Annette Fournet, Russ Rosener, and Shannon Welles. The
Ameristar Gallery- Emerging Artist is
Boisali Biswas.
Admission charged for some exhibits
For more information call 636-255-0270
or visit foundryartcentre.org. |
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RACE FOR THE
RIVERS FESTIVAL
St. Charles, MO |
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September 4 - September 5, 2010
Frontier Park
Greenway Network, a non-profit citizens action group, is hosting two
canoe and kayak races on the scenic Missouri River, a staged-event
covering 65 miles from Washington Missouri to the Confluence and an
Adventure Race from Weldon Spring to Frontier Park in St. Charles.
The organization is also hosting the Race For the Rivers Festival at
Frontier Park which will feature adventure and outdoor sports
vendors and environmental educational displays and activities.
Between the live bands, the hands-on art , environmental activities,
and educational displays the festival will be a great place to hang
out and wait for the racers to cross the flying finish line at the
park.
Free; Registration fee for
racers
For more information visit the
www.racefortherivers.org
website |
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MOSAICS
MISSOURI FESTIVAL
FOR THE ARTS
St. Charles, MO |
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September 17 - September 19, 2010
Friday: 4 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 11 am - 9 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm
Historic St. Charles Downtown District
Approximately 125 artists from across the country are selected to
come to St. Charles to exhibit and sell their works. Mediums
represented include painting, sculpture, jewelry, and many other
fine arts. Other activities include A Mentor Me program, an Art
for Youth gallery, and a Kids Creation Station. Food and other
refreshments are available throughout the festival grounds.
Free
For more information call 636-940-5178
or visit www.stcharlesmosaics.org |
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MISSOURI RIVER
IRISH FEST
St. Charles, MO |
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September 18 - September 19, 2010
Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 5 pm
Frontier Park
St. Charles celebrates it's Irish heritage with
music, storytelling, athletics, food, traditional crafts and live
Irish music in the evening.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427
or visit
www.moriveririshfest.com |
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OKTOBERFEST
St. Charles, MO |
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September 24 - September 26, 2010
Frontier Park
St. Charles celebrates it's German heritage with German bands,
food, beer gardens, a children's area, arts and crafts booths. A
parade is held on Saturday and an antique car show is held on
Sunday.
Free
For more information call 314-581-6871
or visit visit
www.saintcharlesoktoberfest.com |
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THE BLAST
St. Charles, MO |
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Saturday, September 25, 2010
3 pm
- 9 pm
3333 Rue Royale in the New Town area
The
Blast is a Family Friendly event open to the entire community. The
event features free Carnival Games for the kids, live music, food
booths, a 5K Run, Balloon Glow, a Petting Zoo, and SO MUCH MORE!
Free
For more information call
636-946-0633
or visit visit
www.stcharleschamber.org |
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RIDE
THE RIVERS
CENTURY BICYCLE RIDE
St. Charles, MO |
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Sunday, October 10, 2010
Registration:
6:30
– 7:30 am
Ameristar Casino St. Charles
Pre-registration is recommended for this Century Ride that
includes flat to rolling hills with some big hills. This ride
features some of the areas “greatest hits” – our majestic Great
Rivers, two major universities, three parks, two ferry
crossings, historic Route 66, five trails and the Gateway Arch.
Return to Trailhead Brewery for brews and food.
Fees: $45 pre-registration
by October 1 at
trailnet.org, $55 day of the race
For more information call 314-416-9930 |
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MISSOURI DAY CELEBRATION
St. Charles, MO |
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
9 am - 4 pm
First State Capitol Complex, 201-216 S. Main
Come celebrate everything Missouri from bluebirds
and dogwoods to the state dinosaur and square dancing.
Free
For more information call 636-940-3322 |
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DOLL
& BEAR SHOW
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
November, 2010
10 am - 3 pm
Columns Banquet Center, 711 Veterans Memorial Parkway
Get
ready for the holidays and shop for that special doll or teddy bear
at the best doll show in the St. Louis area. The Spirit of St. Louis
Doll Club presents their annual Doll & Bear Show & Sale featuring
antique, vintage, collectible, artist and modern dolls, bears, and
accessories.
$4
adults, free to children 12 and under
For more information call
314-692-8678 |
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CHRISTMAS
TRADITIONS
St. Charles, MO |
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November 26 - December 24, 2010
Historic St. Charles Downtown District
St. Charles celebrates the holidays with
festivities that include caroling, chestnut roasting,
authentically costumed Santas from around the world, and a Santa
Parade each weekend. Visitors will find candlelight shopping and
dining Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings as the shops and restaurants
on South Main Street stay open until 9pm as well as special
activities beginning at 6:30.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For more information call 1-800-366-2427
or visit www.stcharleschristmas.com |
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TRAINS
ON MAIN
St. Charles, MO |
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November 26 - December 19, 2010
Fridays: 5 pm - 9 pm
Saturdays: 11 am - 5 pm
Sundays: 12 am - 5 pm
100 - 200 blocks of N. Main Street
Trains on Main features Santa's Train Land (a
division of Trains Across America) in this interactive, 0-27 model
train layout featuring animated figures.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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ST.
CHARLES HISTORY
1820'S STYLE
St. Charles, MO |
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Wednesdays, December 15 & 22, 2010
Sunday, December 19, 2010
5 pm - 8 pm
First Missouri Capitol
State Historic Site, 200-216 S. Main Street
Experience St. Charles history 1820's style, stop by and rest
from your busy shopping and talk to costumed interpreters doing
period crafts and cooking.
Free
For more information call 636-940-3322 |
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CANDLELIGHT CONCERT
St. Charles, MO |
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Saturday, December 18, 2010
7:30 pm
First Missouri Capitol
State Historic Site, 200-216 S. Main Street
This annual concert is held in Missouri’s first Legislative
chambers, lit entirely by candles, where visitors will be
treated to period Christmas tunes and stories to get them in the
Christmas spirit. Musical entertainment is Buckhannon Brothers
with traditional Christmas music, Contemporary Christmas music
and traditional old time music. A meet & greet reception will be
held after the concert.
$7.
Reservations are needed
For more information call 636-940-3322 |
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ANNUAL CHRISTMAS WALK
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
December, 2010
5 pm
- 8 pm
Lindenwood University campus, 209 S. Kingshighway
Celebrate Christmas with your friends and family on this stop by
stop trip around Lindenwood University's beautiful campus. From
finger knitting to roasting marshmallows for the perfect s'more
to go with that delicious cup of hot chocolate, and don't forget
the favorite pre-holiday task of most children: meeting with
Santa. And if you are in the giving mood this holiday season
bring in some extra can goods you may have laying around the
house to donate to the food drive for the local area.
Free |
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FETE
DE GLACE
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
January, 2011
Historic St. Charles Downtown District
9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fete de Glace (The Festival of Ice) is an outdoor
ice-carving competition where skilled carvers from around the region
turn blocks of ice into amazing creations while spectators watch the
ice chips fly. Coffee, hot chocolate, and fire pits are available to
keep everybody warm.
Free
For more information call 636-946-1898 |
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MVC WOMEN'S
BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2011
The
Family Arena, 2002 Family Arena Parkway
Fans are encouraged to make their team the home team during the
2010 State Farm Missouri Valley Conference Women's Basketball
Tournament, as the four-day tourney will feature all 10 league
schools. The tournament weekend begins with opening-round action
starting at 5 pm on Thursday, March 11, with all-conference
awards handed out between games one and two. The quarterfinals
begin at noon on March 12, with the semifinals starting at 5 pm
on March 13. The tourney concludes with a 2:30 pm championship
game on March 14.
Admission
For more information call
636-896-4242
or visit
www.mvcstcharles.com |
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MOOLAH SHRINE CIRCUS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2011
The
Family Arena, 2002 Family Arena Parkway
Thursday, March 18: 7 pm
Friday, March 19: 10:30 am & 7:30 pm
Saturday, March 20: 10 am, 2:30 pm, 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 21: 1:30 pm & 6 pm
Hearing Impaired Performance: Sunday, March 21: 1:30 pm
Parade in Historic St. Charles: Saturday, March 6, 12 pm
The Moolah Shrine Circus is coming to town and you are invited to this
St Louis / Saint Charles event for the whole family. Come watch
the hysterical clowns and dazzling trapeze artists as they fly
through the air. Touch the larger than life elephants while you
ride them as a family. Taste the wonderful carnival treats.
Listen to the deafening roars of the mighty lions and tigers. Be
amazed as the circus takes over all of your senses. Don't forget
to come kick-start the circus with us during the parade through
historic Saint Charles on Saturday, March 6th at noon. Come
watch those amazing little Shriner cars in all the colors of the
rainbow. Enjoy the tumbling clowns as they dance around the
numerous floats and world renowned marching bands.
Admission
For more information call
888-966-6524 ext 100
or visit
www.stlshrinecircus.com |
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AREA CHURCHES
HISTORY EXHIBIT
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
March, 2011
Wednesday - Saturday: 12 pm - 3 pm
Frenchtown Heritage Museum, 1121 N. Second Street
Churches have been a part of life in St. Charles since St.
Charles Borromeo was dedicated in 1791. The Frenchtown Heritage
Museum is presenting an exhibit covering the over 200 years of
history of churches in St. Charles that features photos,
artifacts, and other exhibits..
Free
For more information call
636-946-8682 |
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TARTAN
DAYS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
Frontier Park, Historic Downtown District
Tartan Days celebrates the Scottish heritage and
culture in the region. Activities include a reception and crowning
of Miss Tartan Day on Friday, a parade beginning at Noon on
Saturday, a Tartan Music Fest at 7 pm, and “Kirkin of the
Tartan” ceremony on Sunday morning.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For more information call
or 1-800-366-2427
or visit www.motartanday.com |
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BABY
KID EXPO
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
9 am
– 4 pm
St. Charles Convention Center
A
day filled with family entertainment, interactive exhibits,
stage presentations, kid areas and parent resources.
Check out what is available in the local community for
you and your family and be ready to shop!
Check our website for the most up to date info!
Free
For more information call
or
866-654-3976
or visit
www.babykidexpo.com |
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ANNUAL MAYORS’
CHARITY BALL
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
5:30
pm - Midnight
St. Charles Convention Center’s Grand Ballroom
AThe
Mayors of St. Charles County invite you to join them at the
annual Mayors’ Charity Ball. Take advantage of this opportunity
to assist those in need while enjoying a truly grand and unique
affair. Tickets include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner and
dancing to the popular “Sentimental Journey Dance Band”. This
event has raised nearly half a million dollars for charities
based in the St. Charles County community.
Tickets for the Ball are $125 per person
For more information call
or
636-949-3268 |
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ANNUAL
SPRING ARTWALK
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2011
Friday: 5 pm - 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday: 12 am - 5 pm
Historic St. Charles Downtown District
The annual Spring Artwalk features nearly artists
exhibiting along Main Street and at the Foundry
Art Centre with music and flowers enhancing the ambiance.
Mediums represented include photography, watercolor, acrylic, and
oil paintings, earthen ornaments, blown glass, steel sculpture,
drawings and pastels, clay and raku pottery, and more.
Free
For more information call 636-949-3231
or visit www.saintcharlesriverfrontarts.com |
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ANTIQUE QUILT SHOW
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
Wednesday - Saturday: 12 pm - 3 pm
Frenchtown Heritage Museum, 1121 N. Second Street
This special exhibit of antique doll quilts and beds as well as
quilts from the past centuries on display for you to enjoy. A
special viewing will be held Mother's Day Sunday, May 10th from 12 pm
-3 pm.
Free
For more information call
636-946-8682 |
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HISTORICAL
CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
10
am - 4 pm
First Missouri State Capitol State
Historic Site, 200-216 S. Main Street
Come
live and play as children in the 1820's did. Hear interesting
stories on Missouri's struggle for statehood. Learn about life
in St. Charles when Missouri's first legislators were meeting.
Hands on activities include: butter churning, quill pen writing,
cow milking, candle dipping, baby farm animals, hearth cooking,
storytelling, period games, re-enactors, sewing/quilting and
much more!
Free
For more information call
636-940-3322 |
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LEWIS
& CLARK
HERITAGE DAYS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
Frontier Park
Historic St. Charles Downtown District
This annual festival features an authentic
reenactment of Lewis & Clark's encampment in 1804 prior to their
journey up the Missouri River. Also featured are reenactor
encampments, Fife and Drum Corps demonstrations, boat replicas,
museum tours, and 19th century crafts.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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HOT SUMMER NIGHTS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2011
Begins at around 5 pm
Historic Downtown St. Charles District
North Main Street is closed off for the evening for this fourth
Saturday of the month event. Around a dozen restaurants on N. Main
Street place tables outside on the sidewalk so diners can enjoy
eating outdoors as well as listening to the live music. The art
galleries and specialty will remain open offering patrons a chance
to browse while waiting for a table or walking off dinner - SORRY,
NO COOLERS ALLOWED.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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FREE CONCERTS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011
8 pm
Frontier Park, Riverside Drive
The
50 piece St. Charles Municipal Band presents free band concerts
in Frontier Park on the Missouri river in Historic downtown St.
Charles each Thursday
evening June through August. The concerts feature all types of
American band music including marches, Broadway shows, big band,
Dixieland, overtures, and contemporary music. Bring a lawn chair
or blanket.
Free
For more email
info@stc-muny-band.com |
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COMMUNITY THEATRE
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2011
Various locations throughout the city
Like many community theater groups Backstage Productions auditions
local thespians and puts on plays for all to see, but this group is
quite different than most organizations. They only put on new plays,
so everyone in the audience can be absolutely sure that the play,
musical, or one act production they are seeing is the very first
time it has ever been produced. They think that if someone has
written a play, it should absolutely be produced somewhere. This
summer's season features 7 productions.
Admission
For more information visit
thebackstageproductions.com |
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RIVERFEST 2010
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2011
Frontier Park
This Independence Day celebration includes
fireworks, food & beverage booths, beer garden, live music on
the Jaycee Stage or Music Tent, parade, carnival rides and other
vendor booths.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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TOUR OF THE
LITTLE HILLS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2011
Registration: 7:30 am - 9 am
Foundry Art Centre, 520 N. Main
Become a modern day explorer and climb the “little
hills” of St. Charles. This urban ride has routes of various
distances along flat to rolling terrain that is moderately hilly
with a few big hills and is recommended for experienced cyclists.
After the ride explore the fine arts gallery that hosts juried
exhibitions and features 20 working artists’ studios.
Fees: $8 Trailnet Member,
$12
Non-member, $3 Children under 13
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114 |
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STATEHOOD DAY
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2011
10 am - 4 pm
First State Capitol Complex, 201-216 S. Main
Celebrate Missouri's birthday with a free
open house. Activities include tours of Missouri's first state
capitol on the hour and historical demonstrations depicting the
lifestyle of the 1820s.
Free
For more information call 636-940-3322 |
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GUTS & GLORY
5K RUN OR WALK
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2011
7:30
am Check In, 8:30 am 5K Start
Katy Trail in Historic St. Charles
Do
you want to make a difference today in someone’s life and do what
you love – run or walk? Register for the 5K Competitive Walk and Run
or 1 mile Fun Walk for the Mid-America Chapter of the Crohn’s and
Colitis Foundation of America along the Katy Trail in Historic St.
Charles. Help to raise money to find a cure for this horrible
disease that has no known cause or cure.
$20
pre-registration, $25 day of registration. All
registered participants will receive a Guts & Glory 5K T-shirt.
For
more information call 314-863-4747 or 1-800-783-8006
or visit http://midamerica.ccfa.org |
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FESTIVAL OF THE
LITTLE HILLS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2011
Friday: 4 pm - 10 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am - 10 pm
Sunday: 9:30 am - 5 pm
Historic St. Charles Downtown District
St. Charles largest event of the year, drawing over 300,000
visitors annually. The event features over 300 craft booth,
demonstrations, live music at venues throughout the grounds, other
entertainment, food and refreshments.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427
or visit www.festivalofthelittlehills.com |
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