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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
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SUMMARY:Superman Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Uptown Metropolis.  Superman visits with fans from around the world.\nWhat to Expect:\n Super Activities and Entertainment: Enjoy a jam-packed weekend filled with Superman-themed activities\, including celebrity guest appearances\, autograph sessions\, and Q&A panels. Meet your favorite Superman actors\, comic book artists\, and creators!\n Photo Ops and Costume Contests: Show off your best superhero attire and participate in our costume contests for a chance to win prizes. Don’t miss out on photo ops with larger-than-life Superman statues and backdrops throughout the event.\n Artist Alley and Vendor Booths: Explore Artist Alley featuring renowned comic book artists and writers. Browse through unique merchandise\, collectibles\, and memorabilia from various vendors.\n Live Music and Entertainment: Enjoy live music\, performances\, and family-friendly entertainment throughout the celebration. From bands to street performers\, there’s something for everyone!\n Food and Refreshments: Satisfy your cravings with a variety of food trucks and local vendors offering delicious treats and refreshments.\n Family Fun Zone: Bring the whole family for interactive games\, kids activities\, and crafts designed to entertain our youngest Superman fans.\nMost events are free.  For full schedule visit: www.supermancelebration.net\n618-524-2714
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/superman-celebration/
LOCATION:Fort Massac State Park\, 1308 5th St\, Metropolis\, IL\, 62995\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bee & Butterfly Friendly Yard & Garden Tour - Carbondale
DESCRIPTION:Keep Carbondale Beautiful is excited to announce our upcoming Bee & Butterfly Friendly Yard & Garden Tour taking place on Sunday\, June 7\, 2026\, in Carbondale\, Illinois. \nThis special community event will showcase beautiful local gardens and outdoor spaces while promoting neighborhood pride\, sustainability\, and community beautification. We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this event with the community through your media outlet\, calendar listings\, or event coverage. Attached is a flyer of the event. \nEvent details: \n– Keep Carbondale Beautiful Bee & Butterfly Friendly Yard & Garden Tour \n– Sunday\, June 7\, 2026 \n– 12:30pm-4:00pm \n– $5 per family \n– Pre-Register at keepcb.org\, or email us at keepcb1326@gmail.com
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/plants-and-gardens/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T173000
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CREATED:20210622T205008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183911Z
UID:9304-1780754400-1780767000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Farm to Fiber Field Day at Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon of hands-on learning\, fiber arts\, and fun on the farm! The Farm to Fiber Field Day is a chance to experience the full journey from animal to finished fiber. You’ll meet the animals\, learn how fiber is produced and processed\, and explore natural dyeing with plants.\nParticipants will tour Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch in Makanda\, Illinois\, 1335 Hall Church Road\, Makanda\, Illinois 62958. The Livestock Production tour begins at 2pm\, the natural dye workshop starts at 4pm.\nEstablished in 2011\, Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch began when Morgan Stevenson welcomed her first 3 alpacas to make softer yarn for her crochet projects. Today\, the ranch is run by Morgan and her mother\, Judy Hoepker\, a dynamic mother-daughter duo dedicated to every aspect of alpaca care and fiber artistry.\nFrom breeding and shearing\, to sorting\, spinning\, knitting\, weaving\, felting\, and crocheting\, they transform the finest alpaca fiber into luxurious\, one-of-a-kind goods. The ranch is now home to over 20 alpacas and a couple of Pygora goats\, who contribute their own unique fiber to the collection.\nAfter the farm tour\, attendees have the option to stay for an add-on natural dye workshop ($10). Learn about the cultivation\, processing\, and use of plant-based dyes and fibers with Erin Luna of Black Rat Farms! Erin is a natural dye craftsperson who has worked in the medium for the past seven years\, farming an acre in Hillsboro\, MO\, and teaching on the subject at a variety of institutions in St. Louis\, where she resides. Participants will have the opportunity to naturally dye a bandana and chat all things fiber farming with Erin.\n\nThis field day is free and open to the public\, but you must register at the Food Works website.\nThe natural dye workshop is in addition to the field day\, and costs $10 to participate\, all supplies are included.\n Location: 1335 Hall Church Road\, Makanda\, IL 62958\n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/alpacas/
LOCATION:Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch\, 1335 Hall Church Rd\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T170812Z
CREATED:20200109T011618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T170812Z
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SUMMARY:An Illinois Humanities Community Conversations Program - free admission
DESCRIPTION:The Influence of Migration and the Question of Slavery on the Formation of the State of Illinois We’ll set the context with Mark Motsinger’s research on the Old Soldiers Reservation (Southern Illinois land grants to soldiers from the Revolutionary War) which provides insights on how this immigration helped shape the culture of Southern Illinois. We’ll then review the text from the “Declaration of Sentiment and Plan of Action” written by the Colored Convention that took place in Alton\, IL in 1856. Come dig deeper into the history of our Region!\n? Presentation by: Mark Mosinger\, President of Saline County Historical Society\, author & the 2014 State of Illinois History Teacher of the year.\n? Facilitated by: Yaya Vargas\, Executive Director SI-CABE and Carolyn Deane\, Artspace Southern Illinois
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/program/
LOCATION:Anna Art Center\, 125 W Davie St\, Anna\, IL\, 62906
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T110000
DTSTAMP:20260316T193355Z
CREATED:20200109T000542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T193355Z
UID:5755-1780740000-1780743600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Planting Herbs for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Henry N. Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center\n8885 State Route 37 South • Cypress\, Illinois 62923\nPhone: (618) 657-2064
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/planting-native-plants-for-pollinators/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260205T200711Z
CREATED:20200109T022511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T200711Z
UID:5909-1780736400-1780754400@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Blessing of the Jeeps
DESCRIPTION:The Blessing of the Jeeps\, hosted by Jeep’n Shawnee\, with the help of regional jeep groups\, will be offering multiple Jeep blessings as well as 2wd friendly rides through the Shawnee Forest. Each ride\, led by Jeep’n Shawnee members after each blessing\, will offer a scenic ride through the Forest.\nFood and drink will be available for purchase throughout the day. Shirts and decals will be for sale at the event and in advance with all proceeds going to Bald Knob Cross of Peace.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/blessing-of-the-jeeps/
LOCATION:Bald Knob Cross\, Alto Pass\, IL\, 62905\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T173746Z
CREATED:20221014T173720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T173746Z
UID:12425-1780682400-1780689600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:SIC Art Exhibition Reception  - Harrisburg
DESCRIPTION:At the Ella Elizabeth Hise Museum of Regional Art at SIC. The reception will feature sculptural works by Gwen Lambert Kelling\, photographs and paintings by Joshua Rowan\, and selections from the Sarah Capps Collection. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information\, contact Lonnie Mann at hisemuseum@sic.edu or 618-252-5400\, ext. 2577.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/sic-3/
LOCATION:Southeastern Illinois College (SIC)\, 3575 College Road\, Harrisburg\, IL\, 62946\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260210T174246Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T174246Z
UID:16727-1780664400-1780671600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Trash Blasts in the Shawnee National Forest
DESCRIPTION:Trash Blasts will happen on the first Friday of every month from March until June from 1 pm to 3 pm at various locations in the Shawnee National Forest. \nThe selected site: \n\nDutchman Lake on June 5\n\nDuring Trash Blasts we will break into small teams of volunteers to collect litter from selected sites.  We find items as large as mattresses to tiny micro trash. No matter what we find we try to remove it to help restore the area to its natural state. \nTo be prepared\, volunteers should wear sturdy shoes\, bring their leather work gloves\, wear long pants and closed-toed shoes.  If you do not have leather gloves\, we can provide them for you.  Trash buckets and trash grabbers will be provided for volunteers to use during the trash blast. \nPlease pre-register for Trash Blasts at Registrations | Illinois Extension  This event is limited to 30 participants. \n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/trash-blasts-in-the-shawnee-national-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260210T182309Z
CREATED:20260210T182154Z
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UID:19725-1780657200-1780768800@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Rose' All Day - Wine & Food pairing weekend
DESCRIPTION:Select wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have paired up to create a wonderful day of savory and seasonal wine and food 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. ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY  www.shawneewinetrail.com
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/rose-all-day-wine-food-pairing-weekend/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260206T185811Z
CREATED:20200108T234545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T185811Z
UID:5718-1780567200-1780574400@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Summer Art in the Park for Kids-Giant City State Park
DESCRIPTION:Schools out for the summer! Head out to Giant City where every week\, we will have a new nature art program. Details will be posted on the Giant City State Park Facebook in April. Age ranges will vary from week to week. Please call 618-457-4836 for more information.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/workshop/
LOCATION:Giant City Visitor center\, 235 Giant City Road\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20251217T213752Z
CREATED:20200108T233514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T213752Z
UID:10237-1780099200-1780185599@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Red Cedar Trail Races at Giant City State Park
DESCRIPTION:Nestled in the Shawnee National Forest\, Giant City State Park is a premier destination for hiking\, lodging\, and camping in southern Illinois. We are now proud to offer a premier trail ½ marathon and 40k primarily utilizing the Red Cedar Trail. The course will consist mostly of single track\, but will have some gravel road connectors\, horse trails\, fields\, and less than a mile of paved road connectors. The trail varies from very technical to runnable in sections\, boasting over 1500 feet of elevation gain (one half-marathon loop). Also\, expect the possibility of getting your feet wet in several creek crossings\, rain dependent! As an incentive to our teen and cross country runners\, they will be capped at a $40 entry to the half-marathon. We want to encourage our youth to run the trails in southern Illinois. Also\, the t-shirt is now an add-on instead of an automatic upcharge for those who wish to forgo a race shirt. (If you change your mind\, there should be some extra at packet pick-up. First come\, first served.) \nNEW FOR 2026! For anyone not yet ready for the half-marathon\, you can get a taste of the Red Cedar Trail with a new 5k option! We will utilize a service road for approximately 3/4 of a mile before connecting to the Red Cedar Trail. The rest of the 5k course will finish the same as the half-marathon course. There will be one hydration station at the return to the start/finish at approximately the 2-mile mark. Also as an incentive to our teen and cross country runners\, they will be capped at a $15 entry to the 5k! (T-shirt is still an additional $10.)
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/trail-race/
LOCATION:Giant City Visitor center\, 235 Giant City Road\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260529T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260529T100000
DTSTAMP:20260316T194419Z
CREATED:20200109T001613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T194419Z
UID:5778-1780045200-1780048800@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Coffee on the Cache Roundtable discussion
DESCRIPTION:Henry N. Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center\n8885 State Route 37 South • Cypress\, Illinois 62923\nPhone: (618) 657-2064
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/nature-discussion/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T163826Z
CREATED:20210726T202544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T163826Z
UID:9528-1779989400-1779996600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Carbondale Historic Bike Tour
DESCRIPTION:To honor Bike Month and Historic Preservation Month\, the City of Carbondale is offering a guided group ride along the Carbondale Historic Bike Tour on May 28\, 2026\, launching from the Town Square Pavilion at 5:30 PM. \nAs part of the ongoing Carbondale Bikes! group ride series launched in February\, this ride along the Carbondale Historic Bike Tour (est. 2023) offers participants a fun and engaging way to experience Carbondale. Riders will discover local history and landmarks while enjoying the city’s connected network of bike paths\, lanes\, and routes through town and campus. \nThis ride is roughly a 5 mi loop\, starting and ending at the Town Square pavilion. The ride will make stops at key locations to hear more from our Carbondale Bikes! guides about the history of our original train station\, iconic spots on SIU campus\, legacy businesses\, murals\, monuments and more. \nThis group ride will launch from the Town Square Pavilion at 5:30 PM and is estimated to take roughly 2 hours. All participants must sign a waiver and wear a helmet at all times in order to participate in the ride.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/bike-ride/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260505T191540Z
CREATED:20240309T003741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T191540Z
UID:5815-1779926400-1780185599@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Old Settlers Days - Galatia
DESCRIPTION:Thursday May 28th\nTownwide Rummage sale\nCarnival 5pm-9:30 pm $10 armbands\n5:00 – 6:00 Bible Trivia Contest Roger Wallace 618-713-4356\n5:00 pm Food Vendors & Flea Market opens\n6:45 Local Gospel- Tates Chapel’\n7:00 pm–9:30 p Southern Illinois Sound Troupe\nGalatia Historical Society & Galatia United Methodist Church-sell pastries at Museum \nFriday May 29\nTownwide Rummage Sale\n4:00 pm Flea Market\n5:00 Food Vendors\n6pm -10pm Carnival Armbands $10\n6:00 pm Recognition of Veterans on Stage\n7:00-10:00 Mudbone \nSaturday May 30\nMasonic Lodge Breakfast 7:00-10:00 Sausage & Pancakes\, Biscuits & Gravy\n10:00 Kiddie Games\n10:45 Frog Jumping\n12:00 pm Food Vendors\n1:00 pm Galatia Big Auction\n4:00 -10:30 pm? Carnival Rides $10 Armbands\n5:00 Main Parade Gary Brown 618-525-1420 Lineup at Galatia HS\n6pm Roger Wallace Fun Games with Children\n6:45 Lions club donation to Historical Society & Food Pantry\n7:00-10:30 pm The Hoot & Holler Band
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/old-settlers-days/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T194046Z
CREATED:20220503T151147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194046Z
UID:11458-1779703200-1779705000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Service- Harrisburg
DESCRIPTION:Little Arlington – Sunset Lawn Cemetery – Harrisburg\, Illinois 61946
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/harrisburg/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260523T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260523T220000
DTSTAMP:20260206T185453Z
CREATED:20200109T000233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T185453Z
UID:5750-1779568200-1779573600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Night Moves\, Campground Night Hike-Giant City State Park
DESCRIPTION:Half of the magic and majesty of Earth happens at night while we are boxed up in our homes and buildings! Join SIU STEM Education Research Center experiential educator Steve Gariepy for an interpretive walk through the interesting Giant City uplands as day shifts to night. Please call 618-457-4836 for more information or to register.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/night-hike/
LOCATION:Giant City Visitor center\, 235 Giant City Road\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260523T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260523T193000
DTSTAMP:20260518T193225Z
CREATED:20201013T233744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T193225Z
UID:7682-1779552000-1779564600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Run for Heroes half marathon\, 10K and 5K - Vienna
DESCRIPTION:SAG Station (Drinks and Snacks) and SAG Driver will be available during the run times. \nRun race timing will be provided for competitive runners. You can run at your own pace if you want to or try to race others. \nFood trucks and entertainment will be present at the park \nVienna City Park\, 298 E. Vine Street\, Vienna\, IL  62995    618-771-2213
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/vienna/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260205T193743Z
CREATED:20240109T003401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T193743Z
UID:5810-1779530400-1779534000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Service - Mounds City National Cemetery
DESCRIPTION: (Pulaski Co) Mounds City National Cemetery\,  10am. This elaborate service consists of the National Anthem\, Pledge of Allegiance\, lowering of the Flag\, Invocation\, Civil War Re-enactors\, Guest Speakers\, Laying of the Wreath\, Benediction\, rifle and cannon salute\, and Taps.  618-748-9041
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/memorial-day-service/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260204T214041Z
CREATED:20231107T201410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T214041Z
UID:16109-1779494400-1779580799@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Tour de Tunnel bike ride
DESCRIPTION:Bike the wonderful Tunnel Hill State Trail starting in Vienna\, Illinois (Routes: 10 miles\, 20 miles\, and 40 miles). See amazing sights\, old railroad trestles\, and even a 500+ foot train tunnel you can ride through on the 20 and 40-mile routes Sign up here:  Tour de Tunnel Bike Ride Hosted by Revive Vienna 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/tour-de-tunnel-bike-ride/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20251125T181105Z
CREATED:20200109T002936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T181105Z
UID:5803-1778976000-1779062399@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Blessing of the Bikes
DESCRIPTION:Bald Knob Cross of Peace will host one of the largest motorcycle events in the Midwest – The Annual Blessing of the Bikes. This event is coordinated by the Christian Motorcyclists Association and is a longstanding Southern Illinois tradition.\nThis event remains one of the largest annual events at Bald Knob Cross and is a signature event for bikers and motorcycle enthusiasts across the Midwest. We are excited to be hosting this event with the Christian Motorcyclists Association. \n618-201-3229 www.baldknobcross.com\n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/blessing-of-the-bikes/
LOCATION:Bald Knob Cross\, Alto Pass\, IL\, 62905\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T160656Z
CREATED:20260505T160656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T160656Z
UID:20079-1778950800-1778961600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Pet Bingo Fundraiser - Murphysboro
DESCRIPTION:This is a fun twist on regular bingo\, instead of numbers you match pictures of dogs & cats! (The pictures will be displayed on the screen at the front of the room for easy identification. So\, you don’t have to be a breed expert!)\nDoors open at 5pm; play starts at 6pm.\nWe’ll have raffles\, a silent auction\, and lots of chances to win prizes!\nCome hungry because the American Legion will have food and drinks for sale!\nTickets are $25/person if purchased in advance or $30/person at the door.\nTickets (or just donations\, if BINGO isn’t your thing) are available here: https://givebutter.com/pet-bingo-fundraiser
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/pet-bingo-fundraiser-murphysboro/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260516T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260516T143000
DTSTAMP:20260227T203921Z
CREATED:20200108T234654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T203921Z
UID:5720-1778938200-1778941800@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Craft and Story Hour  - Wetland Center
DESCRIPTION:Host: Sydney Waters\, Natural Resources Coordinator\, 1:30–2:30 p.m.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/wetland-center-2/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260514T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260514T103000
DTSTAMP:20260206T182434Z
CREATED:20200109T001308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T182434Z
UID:5771-1778749200-1778754600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Nature hike-Giant City State Park
DESCRIPTION:The creeks are running\, the flowers are blooming\, and everything is green! What better time to head out to the Giant City Visitors Center\, have a cup of coffee and a snack\, a little conversation\, and then head out to the beautiful late spring woods for a short and leisurly guided hike. Please call 618-457-4836 to register.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/giant-city-4/
LOCATION:Giant City Visitor center\, 235 Giant City Road\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260309T175406Z
CREATED:20240202T231515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T175406Z
UID:6898-1778320800-1778335200@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 in good health who have done some hiking in the past. Hiking sticks and boots or sturdy shoes are strongly recommended. All hikers should bring their own water and a snack. No dogs\, please.\nHike: Horse Creek Trail \nLeader: Bob Mulcahy 708-471-7500 \nMeet: Horse Creek Trailhead \nTime:  10AM                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Time: 10:00
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/guided-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260509T110000
DTSTAMP:20260227T203613Z
CREATED:20200128T001531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T203613Z
UID:6385-1778320800-1778324400@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Swamp Rabbits of the Cache River Watershed
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Adam Phillips\, IDNR District Wildlife Biologist\n618-657-2064.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/cache-wetlands/
LOCATION:Cache River Wetland Center\, 8885 State Route 37 S\, Cypress\, Illinois\, 62923
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260326T213553Z
CREATED:20240305T230100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T213553Z
UID:6948-1778284800-1778371199@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Reds\, Whites & Rosé — Graduation Celebration at Blue Sky Vineyard!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Blue Sky Vineyard for an afternoon of fun and fantastic live music as we tip our hats to this year’s graduates! \nGrab a friend (or two!) and soak in the good vibes with fine wine\, great tunes\, and the best kind of company.  Shop local artisans\, enjoy a special pop-up pairing\, and make a day of it\, because this is the perfect chance to raise a glass and celebrate the grads in style. \nLive Music Lineup: \nCarter & Connelley (Folk/Americana) from 1-4pm\nDiamond Dog (High-Energy Hits From the 70’s & 80’s) from 4-7:30pm \nPlus: \nBurgers & Brats on the Grill\nLocal Artisans & Vendors\nPop-Up Pairing & More \n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/wine-and-dine/
LOCATION:Blue Sky Vineyards\, 3150 S. Rocky Comfort Rd\, Makanda\, Illinois\, 62958
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T103000
DTSTAMP:20260206T182256Z
CREATED:20200109T001450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T182256Z
UID:5776-1778144400-1778149800@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Senior Social and Stroll-Giant City State Park
DESCRIPTION:The creeks are running\, the flowers are blooming\, and everything is green! What better time to head out to the Giant City Visitors Center\, have a cup of coffee and a snack\, a little conversation\, and then head out to the beautiful late spring woods for a short and leisurly guided hike. Please call 618-457-4836 to register.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/program-2/
LOCATION:Giant City Visitor center\, 235 Giant City Road\, Makanda\, IL\, 62958
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T181721Z
CREATED:20211123T174253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T181721Z
UID:10132-1778094000-1778099400@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Spring Concert “Chiarascuro” at the George T. Dennis Visual and Performing Arts Center- Harrisburg
DESCRIPTION:The Concert Choirs of Southeastern Illinois College and Rend Lake College join together once again along with the SIC Community Band for their Spring Concert “Chiarascuro” at the George T. Dennis Visual and Performing Arts Center. Free admission. The choirs will perform a second show the previous night\, May 5 at 7 p.m. at Rend Lake College. For more information\, contact Cory Garmane at cory.garmane@sic.edu. \n 
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/concert-3/
LOCATION:Southeastern Illinois College (SIC)\, 3575 College Road\, Harrisburg\, IL\, 62946\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T181142Z
CREATED:20210916T171825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T181142Z
UID:9774-1777816800-1777824000@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:”Enchanted Melodies and Movements” Spring Concert and Dance Recital - Harrisburg
DESCRIPTION:SIC Children’s Choir and SIC’s Studio618 Dance School present ”Enchanted Melodies and Movements” Spring Concert and Dance Recital. There will be a suggested $5 donation at the door to attend. For more info\, visit sic.edu/kids or email Joshua.kimball@sic.edu. \nFor tickets or sponsorships\, visit the website or call (618) 252-5400 ext. 2205.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/sic/
LOCATION:Southeastern Illinois College (SIC)\, 3575 College Road\, Harrisburg\, IL\, 62946\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20251125T174356Z
CREATED:20240109T003141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T174356Z
UID:5807-1777716000-1777827600@southernmostillinois.com
SUMMARY:Shawnee Hills Pottery Trail
DESCRIPTION:A once a year shared pottery experience. Everyone is invited to spend some time exploring the Southern Illinois landscape and the diverse group of potters that make this area home. Each potter will be available for answering questions and of course\, showing their work. Some potters will have studio tours\, while others may have special activities or demonstrations planned. A family friendly event that promises to be a fun and pleasant time for all.
URL:https://southernmostillinois.com/event/shawnee-hills-pottery-trail/
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