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CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
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JANUARY
Date - Event Name
Description, Location, Time
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FEBRUARY
2/12/10 - National Road Interpretive Center First Anniversary
The National Road Interpretive Center in Vandalia is celebrating its first anniversary. A number of new displays will greet guests, with the most outstanding being the Conestoga Wagon. Also during the celebration, the National Road Association of Illinois will present bronze plaques to the nine architecture sites selected in Vandalia to be part of the association's Art and Architecture Tour. Hours of the event will be from 4 to 6 p.m. The National Road Interpretive Center is located at 106 S. Fifth St. For more information, click here.
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MARCH
3/25/11 - 3/27/11 - Spring Indian Market Days
Indian artists and vendors will display and sell crafts, artwork, clothing, jewelry, and much more at this Cahokia Mounds event. Hours are from noon to 5 pm Friday, 9 am to 5 pm Saturday, and 9 am to 5 pm Sunday. For more information, visit www.cahokiamounds.org.
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APRIL
4/29/11 - 4/30/11 - Effingham Artisan Fair
The Annual Artisan Fair includes two-days of activities and is sure to be fund for the entire family. Activities will be held on the square in Downtown Effingham from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday evening and will include a live art auction, a wine tasting, a local food fair, and live entertainment. The traditional Artisan Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, with over 30 artisans from across the region having art on display for purchase. Art for sale includes oil paintings, pottery, jewelry, glassware, and sculptures. Other events on Saturday include a wine tasting, a Kids Korner, a food fair, and live entertainment. For more information, visit www.effinghamartisanfair.com.
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MAY
5/14/11 - City of the Sun 5k Run/Walk
Run or walk the rails that wind around the site and through the rugged areas of Cahokia Mounds for the City of the Sun event. The trails are scenic and natural, and will not include inclines. Early registration, before May 1, is $20. The registration fee on race day is $25. Registration is available through www.racesonline.com.
5/15/11 - Kids Day at Cahokia Mounds
Bring the kids out for a day of fun at Cahokia Mounds. A variety of events will be held, including hands-on activities, crafts, games, and dancing. Kids of all ages are invited. Hours are from 11 am to 4 pm. For more information, visit www.cahokiamounds.org.
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JUNE
6/4/11 to 6/5/11 - Funfest for Air-Cooled VWs
Mid America Motorworks coporate campus located on U.S. 45 in Effingham will be flooded with Volkswagens of all types during the 11th Annual Funfest for Air-Cooled VW. Last year, Funfest had over 1,300 Volkswagens and 8,000 enthusiasts that flocked the grounds at Mid America Motorworks. For more information, visit www.funfestevents.com.
6/4/11 to 6/5/11 - Inernational Horseradish Festival
The International Horseradish Festival celebrates the multi-faceted and vastly under utilized horseradish. Come to the festival for live music, food booths, root toss, root golf, root sacking contests, craft fair, Bloody Mary contest, Little Miss Horseradish Festival Pageant, horseradish recipe contest, and much more! For more information, visit www.horseradishfestival.net.
6/4/11 to 6/5/11 - Jakey in June
Come enjoy a smokin' good time at Jakey in June, a BBQ Cookoff! Cookoff teams will sell their delicious BBQ both afternoons. Other activities include Kids Cookoff, live entertainment, and a beer garden. For more information, visit www.jakeyinjune.com.
6/15/11 to 6/17/11 - IHSRA Rodeo Finals
Effingham will welcome the Illinois High School Rodeo finalists to town Wednesday evening with a parade in Downtown Effingham. Events will follow Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Effingham County Fair Grounds in Effingham. Fo more information, call 618-483-6176.
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JULY
7/9/11 - 7/10/11 - 16th Annual Contemporary Art Show
Indian artwork is featured at this annual juried art show. Artwork is on display for the public to view and purchase. A preview party will be held July 8 from 6:30 to 9 pm. For more information, visit www.cahokiamounds.org.
7/22/11 to 7/24/11 - The Annual Millroad Steam Thresherman's Association Show
The annual steam, gas, and threshing show, held at the Effingham County Fairgrounds in Altamont, includes a petting zoo, lawn mower races, model railroading show, blue grass show, draft horse pull, and much more For more information, visit www.millroadthresherman.org.
7/31/10 - 8/7/2010 - Effingham County Fair
The annual county fair offers a variety of events for residents and visitors, including shows of agriculture products and animals, horseracing, talent contests, a rodeo, a Demo Derby, tractor pulls, and much more. For more information, visit www.effinghamcountyfair.com
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AUGUST
8/6/11 - Archaeology Day at Cahokia
See demonstrations of ancient crafts, artifact processing, dig tours, and much more at Archaeology Days. hours are from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information, visit www.cahokiamounds.org.
8/5/11 - 8/13/2011 - Effingham County Fair
The annual county fair offers a variety of events for residents and visitors, including shows of agriculture products and animals, horseracing, talent contests, a rodeo, a Demo Derby, tractor pulls, and much more. For more information, visit www.effinghamcountyfair.com.
TBA - Outdoor Days
The Ballard Nature Center, located on the National Road just east of Altamont, will host its annual Outdoor Days in August. The day is packed full of activities for children and adults, and admission is free. For more information, call 618-483-6856 or visit www.ballardnaturecenter.org.
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SEPTEMBER
9/16/11 - 9/19/11 - Corvette Funfest
Mid America Motorworks will host its 17th Annual Corvette Funfest at is campus, located along U.S. 45 in the northern part of Effingham. The Funfest is one of the largest gatherings of Corvette enthusiasts in the country. During the three-day celebration, more than 15,000 Corvette are on display and over 45,000 enthusiasts enjoy the sights and acitivites. For more information, visit www.funfestevents.com.
9/17/11 - 9/18/11 - Schuetzenfest
Authenic German food, music, and more are featured as this annual event on the Effingham County Fair Grounds in Altamont. For more information, visit www.effinghamcountyfair.com.
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OCTOBER
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NOVEMBER
11/26/11 - 11/27/11 - Christmas Trees at Dr. Wright's House
Trees are decorated in each of the 18 rooms at the historical Dr. C. M. Wright house located on the corner of Main and Jackson in Altamont. Event hours are from 1 to 4 p.m. both days. For more information, call 618-483-6397 or visit www.wrightmansion.org.
11/27/11 - Old Fashioned Christmas
Santa will take us residence in his house on Effingham County Court House lawn. Activities include: Take n' Go Photos, Buggy Rides, Visits from Historical Characters, and more. All activities are FREE! The event is sponsored by the Central Business Group. For more information, call 217-342-4147.
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DECEMBER
12/1/11 - 12/25/11 - Wonderland in Lights
The City of Effingham's Wonderland in Lights drive-thru Christmas lights display is certain to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Hours are from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The display is set up at Community Park, located on East Temple Avenue. For more information, contact 247-342-5310 or visit www.visiteffinghamil.com.
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12/3/11 - 12/4/11 - Christmas Trees at Dr. Wright's House
Trees are decorated in each of the 18 rooms at the historical Dr. C. M. Wright house located on the corner of Main and Jackson in Altamont. Event hours are from 1 to 4 p.m. both days. For more information, call 618-483-6397 or visit www.wrightmansion.org.
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