LUNCHTIME CONCERTS
Carbondale, IL Through September 24,
2014
Every Wednesday: Noon - 1 pm
Town Square Pavilion, corner of Route 51
North and Route 13 West
Local musicians play a series of free
concert in the Town Square Pavilion.
Order lunch from a downtown restaurant,
or bring your own. Bring a lawn chair,
and we'll see you downtown!
Free
For information call 618-529-8040
or visit
https://www.carbondalemainstreet.com
FULTON BANANA FESTIVAL
Fulton, KY September 12 - September 21,
2014
Fulton was once known as the "Banana
Capital of the World" because 70% of
imported bananas to the United States
used to be shipped through here. Since
1962 Fulton has held a weeklong
celebration of everything bananas with
events that include parades, contests,
pageants, carnival rides, live
entertainment, and more.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For information visit
https://www.thebananafestival.com
MURPHYSBORO BARBECUE COOK-OFF
Murphysboro, IL September 18 - September
20, 2014
Thursday: 5:30 pm - 9 pm
Friday: 3 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 8 am - 6 pm
32 N. 17th Street
People come from miles around for the
Thursday's fish fry, for the barbeque,
for dancing and fun at this annual
event. The Grand Champion wins the right
to compete in Memphis in May for the
World Championship, at the American
Royal in Kansas City, and wins the title
of the State of Illinois Championship.
Friday features the Grand Champion
Buffet and Band & Street Dance. Awards
judging takes place on Saturday and
there will be KCBS Great American BBQ
Tour demos throughout the day. Sponsored
by the 17th Street Bar & Grill.
Admission
For information call 618-684-8902
or visit
www.17thstreetbarbecue.com
RIVERSIDE BLUES FESTIVAL
Murphysboro, IL Saturday, September 20,
2014
11 am - 10 pm
Riverside Park, 24th and Commercial
Streets
Come and listen to the sounds of the
blues at the premier blues festival in
Southern Illinois. There will be bands
from Chicago, St. Louis, and Memphis
playing all day long. Food and
refreshments will be available on the
grounds.
Admission, tickets can be purchased in
advance or at the door.
For information call 618-684-6421
or visit
https://www.murphysborochamber.com
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS IRISH FESTIVAL
Carbondale, IL September 20 - September
21, 2014
Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm
Lenus Turley Park, West Main Street
This festival celebrates the music, the
spirit, and the traditions of the Irish
people with special concerts, a Celtic
Fair, dance workshops and
demonstrations, Celtic arts and crafts,
and merchandise, children's activities,
and more. There will be evening concerts
on Friday and the Celtic Fair will be
held on Saturday and Sunday. For
information on the Friday concerts visit
the website below.
Admission
For information call 618-549-3090
or visit
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SIUC FAMILY WEEKEND CRAFT SALE
Carbondale, IL Friday, September 27,
2014
10 am - 5 pm
SIUC Student Center Art Gallery (1st
Floor)
Each year the SIUC Saluki Family Weekend
celebration brings excitement to the
Student Center. Hundreds of parents,
students, and members of the Southern
Illinois community take part in many
campus events including this craft sale.
Free For information call 618-453-3636
"RADDLE THE BOTTOMS" BLUEGRASS & FOLK
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Raddle, IL Sunday, September 28, 2014
11 am - 8 pm
St. Ann's Churchyard
This annual festival features a variety
of bluegrass bands. The event also
features a silent auction, T-shirts,
food and beverages, and raffles. All
proceeds benefit Sandra's Comfort Inc.,
a nonprofit organization that supports
existing pancreatic research
organizations.
$2 per person, Children 10 and under
Free
For more information call 618-559-4287
CIVIL WAR DAYS
Columbus, KY October 10 - October 12,
2014
Friday: 9 am - 9 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 10 pm
Sunday: 9 am - 6 pm
Columbus-Belmont State Park
This annual event includes battle
reenactments, living history, and
encampments. Friday is "education day".
Schools, scouts, groups, & clubs are
encouraged to schedule field trips.
Battles will be held at 2 pm Saturday
and Sunday. There will be a Ghost Walk
on Friday evening and a Civil War Ball
on Saturday night. Sunday morning
features services and a Memorial Service
at Columbus Cemetery. Sutlers and food
vendors will be on site to serve the
needs of the reenactors and visiting
guests. Special entertainment daily.
Free For information call 270-677-2327
UNION COUNTY COLORFEST CELEBRATION
Union County, IL Saturday, October 11,
2014
Various locations
Celebrate the fall season throughout
Union County. Join the P.A.S.T. Historic
Walking Tour from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm by
purchasing a $5 self-guided tour booklet
at Stinson Library Flea Market in Anna.
Participate in the biathlon race, tour
the Shawnee Hills wine trail, and visit
the area’s orchards. Kid Fest will be
held at Anna’s city park from 9 to 5 on
Saturday and features the Annual Wiener
Dog Derby. Activities at Stinson Library
include a flea market, a book sale,
crafts, jewelry, food and music, and the
South End Stump Jumper annual variety
show Sat. at 7pm. At the Anna Arts
Center local artists provide hands-on
workshops in painting, drawing, weaving,
3-D design, mosaic, and jewelry making &
evening Stage performances feature local
story tellers, poets, musicians, and
comedians.
Free, some activities charge a fee
For information call 1-800-248-4373
VULTURE FEST
Makanda, IL October 20 - October 21,
2014
Saturday 11 am - 7 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 6 pm
Downtown Makanda
Black vultures and turkey vultures fly
and swoop in the skies surrounding
Makanda each fall. Local residents await
their return each fall as an end to the
hot summer and the beginning of cooler
fall weather. This celebration of the
Vulture's annual migration features live
music and displays by local artists for
purchase. Come join the celebration and
see this awesome unique event as these
birds return.
Free For information call
618-618-457-6282
or visit
villageofmakanda.com
TOUR DE SHAWNEE BIKE TOUR
Olive Branch, IL Saturday, October 25,
2014
Horseshoe Lake Community Center, 22434
Railroad Street
Great Routes, Great Rest Stops, Great
People make this ride a Great Event. The
Tour offers rides of 15, 30, 62, and 100
miles. All proceeds from the ride will
go toward Alexander County Tourism
projects.
Registration fee
For information call 1-866-407-1450 or
618-776-5893
or visit
tourdeshawnee.com
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Cobden, IL November 15 - December 13,
2014
Saturdays: 8 am - 4pm
Sundays: 1 pm - 4 pm
Union County Museum, 117 S. Appleknocker
Drive
This annual event features Christmas
decorations and gifts at reasonable
prices. The bazaar begins Saturday,
November 16 and runs every weekend
through Saturday, December 14.
Free For information call 618-893-2865
ANNA ARTS CENTER
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Anna, IL Saturday, November 29, 2014
10 am - 5 pm
Anna Arts Center, 125 West Davie Street
Come find that unique gift. Art work,
stain glass, knives with deer horn
handles, quilts, festive cards, jewelry,
and more. So get your Christmas list and
come find a gift for your family and
friends and support the artists and
crafters. Make a FREE Christmas ornament
at the Anna Arts Center booth. Everyone
is invited – kids of all ages! .
Free For information call 618-833-6525
SIUC HOLIDAY CRAFT SALE
Carbondale, IL December 4 - December 6,
2014
Thursday & Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 4 pm
Art Gallery & Renaissance Room (Student
Center 1st floor), 1255 Lincoln Drive
This annual Holiday Craft Sale features
more than seventy-five regional
craftspeople. Many people take advantage
of this annual event to do their holiday
shopping for holiday decorations, gifts,
and unique items.
Free For information call 618-453-3636
CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE
Cobden, IL Saturday, December 6, 2014
Downtown Cobden
Santa Claus, strolling carolers, surrey
rides, piņatas, Christmas Bazaars and
lighting of the village tree. 5K run &
walk, along with other activities and
entertainment.
Free For information call 618-893-2425
A NIGHT IN BETHLEHEM
Cobden, IL December 12 - December 14,
2014
First Baptist Church, 200 South Walker
Street
Walk through the streets of Bethlehem.
Talk to shopkeepers, shepherds, Roman
guards, and townspeople. Experience the
sights, sounds, and smells of the
“first” Christmas. Have your family’s
picture taken with the little town of
Bethlehem in the background. Make a toy
in the carpenters shop, make your own
pottery, purchase soap and spices with
(provided) shekels. Take home homemade
breads and taste candy from the candy
shop. As you wind through the streets of
Bethlehem, you will hear the exciting
story of what has happened there.
Free, reservations recommended but not
required
For information call 618-893-2261 or
618-697-1051
or visit the event website
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Carbondale, IL PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS
TBA
December, 2014 Friday: 7 pm
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day
Saints, 7168 Old Highway 13
Kick of the season with this interfaith
concert that celebrates the birth of the
Savior of the world. The concert
features a variety of area musicians and
bands that provide a great night of
musical entertainemnt, nativity sets
from around the world will be on exhibit
for three days with musical
entertainment on Friday and Sunday.
Free For information call 618-684-8587
LIGHTS FANTASTIC PARADE
Carbondale, IL PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS
TBA
December, 2014 6 pm
Downtown Carbondale
Since 1990, this winter-time celebration
has warmed the hearts of the young and
young at heart. Drawing participants not
only from Carbondale, but also many of
the surrounding communities. Over sixty
entries including dancers, musicians and
some very unique floats travel down
Illinois Avenue with Santa Clause as the
jolly conclusion. Parking and shuttle
buses available at Murdale Shopping
Center and University Mall beginning at
4 pm.
Free For information call 618-529-8040
or visit
https://www.carbondalemainstreet.com
SIUC VALENTINE’S DAY CRAFT SALE
Carbondale, IL Friday, February 13, 2015
10 am - 5 pm
SIUC Student Center Art Gallery (1st
Floor), 1255 Lincoln Drive
This Valentine’s Day Craft Sale fits the
bill for those last minute shoppers
searching for the perfect gift for that
someone special. Everyone from SIUC
faculty, staff, and students to the
local community shops at this special
one day sale.
Free For information call 618-453-3636
BIG MUDDY FILM FESTIVAL
Carbondale, IL February 24 - March 1,
2015
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
The Big Muddy Film Festival, based at
SIUC, is among the longest-running
student-organized film festivals in the
United States. The Big Muddy is
dedicated to supporting the work of
emerging and accomplished filmmakers and
video artists. The Festival showcases
experimental, documentary, narrative,
and animation films of all genres and
themes.
Some events are free and some charge
admission
For information call 618-453-7703
or visit
www.bigmuddyfilm.com |