Events

Mermet Lake Fish & Wildlife Area, off US Hwy. 45, 11 miles north of Metropolis.  3-D archery tournament for men, women and children.  Spectators free.  www.asaarchery.com  Mermet Lake Fish & Wildlife Area (618) 524-4712

Henry N. Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center 8885 State Route 37 South • Cypress, Illinois 62923 Phone: (618) 657-2064

The evening will begin at 5:30 pm with some light music on West Davie Street and service from Wichmann Vineyard. Dinner catered by the Kitchen on Lafayette will be served starting at 6:30 pm. Live music performed by The Hornworms will begin at 7:15 pm and run through 9:15 pm Read more

What is the spiritual meaning of the Strawberry Moon? The Strawberry Moon's spiritual meaning is tied to the fact that it represents a time of new potential, renewal and abundance in line with ripening fruits. Join us for the beautiful summer paddle when wild fruits are in abundance. Guided tour Read more

Activities begin at 6 p.m. in the Harrah’s Casino parking lot, located between Ferry and Metropolis streets, where the Kid’s Zone, with numerous obstacle courses, bounce houses and more, will be set up. Food and beverages available to purchase. Event concludes with large display of fireworks at approximately 9:15 p.m., […]

Located in the area at Front and Cleveland Streets, Tamms, IL.  Car show during the day.  Music starts at 6, with Fireworks at 10pm

Downtown Anna & Anna City Park ? Saturday, July 4th, 2026 ? All-Day Celebration | Parade • Games • Music • Fireworks Join us as Union County celebrates America’s 250th Birthday with a full day of patriotic fun for all ages! From our traditional parade to classic games, live music, […]

It's Summer in southern Illinois and even though it's hot and humid, that's no reason to stop hiking! Roll out of bed and join the Park Naturalist as we get some exercise and take in the early morning woods on one of the 8 park trails. Trails will vary from […]

Celebrate Buckminster Fuller’s birthday at Bucky’s Birthday Block Party on Sunday, July 12, 2026, from 4–8 PM at Forest and Cherry Streets in Carbondale. The celebration will begin with a reading of the proclamation recognizing July 12 as Buckminster Fuller Day, followed by the official unveiling of the new honorary […]

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! We are the place to be for listening to local talent and becoming part of the musical community. […]

Over 50 native fern species can be found in unglaciated southern Illinois. This presentation will introduce basic fern terminology with photos and identification tips to identify them in the field. Please call 618-457-4836 to register.

Its Summer in southern Illinois and even though it is hot and humid, that's no reason to stop hiking! Roll out of bed and join the Park Naturalist as we get some exercise and take in the early morning woods on one of the 8 park trails. Trails will vary […]