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Guided Hike

The River-to-River Trail Society will once again offer a schedule of guided hikes in and near the Shawnee National Forest. All hikes are free and open to the public,  and typically average about four hours in length. Although the hikes vary in level of difficulty, all are intended for people […]

What Frog is that?

Giant City Visitor center 235 Giant City Road, Makanda, IL

Spring is almost officially here and the frog calls have started! Join Biologist John Palis as we get a jumpstart on warmer weather by learning how to identify our local frogs by sight and sound. Registration required. Please call 618-457-4836.

Shawnee Polar Plunge

It’s about freezin’ for a reason.  Pounds Hollow Recreation Area will be the chilly site for the Shawnee Polar Plunge into Pounds Hollow Lake to support the Friends of the Shawnee National Forest and the Equality Fire Department. Registration can be made online at https://go.illinois.edu/2ndAnnualPolarPlunge. Onsite check-in will begin at […]

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail – Wine & Food Pairing Weekend

All 11 wineries on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have paired up to create a wonderful weekend of savory wine and cheese pairings. We invite you to join us for a progressive tasting along the trail and enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of our wines paired with delicious samples. www.shawneewinetrail.com

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Birding Hike

Giant City Visitor center 235 Giant City Road, Makanda, IL

March is a great time to look for spring migrators in Giant City! Join Vicki Lang-Mendenhall, park volunteer and Southern Illinois Audubon Society member, as she guides participants along the 3/4 mile Indian Creek Nature Trail. Registration is required for all programs. Please call the Giant City Visitors Center at […]

Princess Day at Annabelle Market

Annabelle Market 300 S Main St, Anna, IL

There will be loads of activities for your kiddos inside Annabelle Market and in Various Businesses in Anna-Jonesboro!! Oh and the best part…. Disney Princesses will be in town from 10-1!!! A list of Events/Princess Locations will be provided as plans are finalized. Keep checking back for updates!!!(This is fluid […]

Guided Hike

the River-to-River Trail Society will once again offer a schedule of guided hikes in and near the Shawnee National Forest. All hikes are free and open to the public,  and typically average about four hours in length. Although the hikes vary in level of difficulty, all are intended for people […]

Wine & Yoga at Alto Vineyards

Alto Vineyards 8515 Highway 127 N, Alto Pass, IL

Come relax with a gentle yoga flow and a glass of wine. Class will be for all levels, even beginners! No need to pre-register, but please bring your own mat. $20 includes one glass of wine of your choice, a snack and yoga instruction. More at www.altovineyards.net

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Nature movie at the Cache River Wetland Center

Cache River Wetland Center 8885 State Route 37 S, Cypress, Illinois

Visit the Cache River Wetland Center and enjoy a free movie on Thursday afternoons from 2 to 3, or in the evening from 6 to 7. This year the focus is on Raptors or Birds of Prey. These are hypercarnivorous bird species that actively hunt and feed on other vertebrates Read more…

Open Mic Night at Alto Vineyards

Alto Vineyards 8515 Highway 127 N, Alto Pass, IL

EWhether 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

Blue Sky Nights – Flights & Bites

Blue Sky Vineyards 3150 S. Rocky Comfort Rd, Makanda, Illinois

Join us for an evening of wine and food pairing fun in our Tuscan Sun Pavilion. We will be featuring a flight of four pre-selected wines with snack size food pairings. Our winemaker and other wine stewards will be on hand to greet you at your table and discuss the […]

St. Patricks Day Party with Steve & Eric Dueling Pianos at Kiki’s CoffeeHouse

Kiki's Coffeehouse 326 S Main St, Anna, Illinois

Steve & Eric Dueling Pianos with special guest CHUCK TILLEY on drums. Chuck is one of Steve's bandmates in SIXWIRE. Since Sixwire sold out 2 shows at Kiki's the next night, Chuck is coming up early to play with Steve & Eric Dueling Pianos. Chuck was the drummer for ALABAMA […]