Events

Join us for the running of our half marathon at Southern Illinois Airport in Murphysboro.  

Celebrate love and friendships all day with us. Enjoy hot and cold specialty sangrias and Mexican food by Chela Zamora. Colleen Springer-Lopez and special guest Mel Goot (playing love songs on the piano) will perform Mexican music from 2:00-5:00. The festivities will culminate in a special dance performance by Latin […]

Iet us serve you and your Valentine a “love”ly meal. Photo op for you and your Valentine Call to reserve your spot 618-287-2872

Featuring the world-famous Howl at the Moon in SIC’s Deaton Gym. Individual tickets are priced at $40, $75 for couples, and $300 for a table of 8. For more information or to purchase tickets or a sponsorship, visit sic.edu/howl.

Meet with other artists and work simultaneously as individuals or collaborate on a piece. The event is free. ? Come paint a picture on a small canvas tile. See how creativity you can be. Supplies are all FREE The event is free and offered every Third Thursday of the month […]

Whether you're a singer, musician, comedian, or speaker of some sort, we want to hear from you. If you just want to sit and listen, there is a place for you, too! Happy Hour(5:00 pm - 8:00 pm)- $1 off all wine, beer, and wine drinks

Attracting Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Backyard Pollinator Garden, Presenter: Kim Rohling, 10:00–11:00 a.m.

Have you noticed different birds at your feeders? Although ruby-throated hummingbirds are expected visitors to gardens east of the Rocky Mountains, several species of vagrant hummingbirds have been documented in Illinois. Did you know that there are citizen science projects looking for your observations on these magnificent creatures? Join Horticulture […]

The Southern Illinois Opry has moved back to Kiki's Coffee House & Cafe! Our first show of the year is Saturday February 21st at 8pm. Doors will open at 7pm. The Kiki Bar will be open serving adult beverages along with all the great coffee drinks! Don't miss our first […]

Chris Evans works with the University of Illinois Extension at Dixon Springs Agricultural Center. The Anna-Jo Garden Club hosts a monthly speaker series on conservation topics relevant to land and homeowners, gardeners, enthusiasts, or working professionals. It is free so Come!

FRIDAY, Feb 27, 6 PM: Blue and Gray Dinner – Guest Speaker is Betsy Brown, President of the Board of Directors for General John A. Logan Museum. Her topic is John A. Logan’s beliefs before the Civil War. Tickets are $25 and please RSVP no later than February 25, 2024 Read more

Reintroduction of Alligator Gar to the Cache River Watershed, Presenter: Mark Denzer, 10:00–11:00 a.m.