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 […]
Presented by: Southern Illinois Earth Science Club Place: Marion Pavilion, 1602 Sioux Drive, Marion, Illinois Dates and Times: Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: Adults $2 Children 18 and under free Free parking and Door prizes Activities: : Educational displays, Demonstrations, Silent Auctions, Raffle, Kid's Spin-n-Win, Special exhibits, Fluorescent […]
Trillium Trail in Giant City is one of the best spring wildflower trails in southern Illinois. Join the Natural Resources Coordinator as we meander through the spring woods and take a closer look at these petite beauties. This is a moderately difficult two-mile trail with some steep stair climbing. Please call 618-457-4836 to register.
This event pairs professional songwriter with veterans, military personnel, and their families to help them tell their stories through song. The five veterans chosen to participate are: Donnie Spurlock (Iraq), Mark Haddick (Vietnam), Jean Few (Vietnam), Don Fotheringham (98, Iwo Jima), and Jack Edwards (99, South Pacific). The schedule is: April 16, Thursday, 6 pm: […]
The Super Museum, which houses the "World's Largest collection of Superman memorabilia" and is the definitive home of Superman history, is proud to announce the official schedule for Superman Day 2026 on April 17th and 18th. The weekend will feature a massive gathering of Justice League characters, classic cars, local charity initiatives, trivia, and a […]
Four young siblings recreate their everyday lives in a game of make-believe in their attic, while the world beneath them bodes a more sinister reality. Defying all narrative expectations, Make Believe is a gut-wrenching meditation on the imprint of childhood trauma on adults. Friday and Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday performances begin at […]
Trillium Trail in Giant City is one of the best spring wildflower trails in southern Illi-nois. Join the Natural Resources Coordinator as we meander through the spring woods and take a closer look at these petite beauties. This is a moderately difficult two-mile trail with some steep stair climbing. Registration required: 618-457-4836
(From Mississippi River to Ohio River) Daylight to dusk. A road race for teams of 8 runners, each runs 3 legs of approx. 3 miles for a total distance of 80 miles. https://r2rrelay.com/
Saluki Con will take place from 10am to 5pm at the SIU Student Center in Carbondale, IL. the SIU Student Center to be bustling with activity that will feature special regional and celebrity guests, a wide array of vendors, artists, children's activities, table top gaming demonstrations and tournaments, a costume contest, and other special events […]
The River-to River Trail Society offers free guided hikes in and about the Shawnee National Forest. All hikes are open to the public free of charge. No reservations are required. These hikes are of at least moderate difficulty, and are intended for people in good health who have done some hiking. Boots or sturdy shoes […]