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March 2010
January 16 - April 4 Andi Butler: Mrs. B's Illustrations in the Barbara J. Beck Family Education Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Whimsical, retro, and a little nutty, Mrs. B (Andi Butler) has illustrated for books, magazine, apparel, games and toys.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
February 27 - May 9 Shrode Fine Art & Craft Competition Exhibition in the Shrode Art Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Fine art and craft artists in the region also have an opportunity to exhibit their work at the art center on an annual basis.  A professional artists/juror will provide the artists with feedback about their work.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
February 27 - May 9 New Work by the Students, Faculty and Staff, Department of Cinema and Photography, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale in the Beal Grand Corridor Gallery at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Since 1990, Cedarhurst has annually exhibited imagery from the university's department of cinema and photography.  This year's show will spotlight the originality and creativity of students and faculty.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
February 27 - May 9 Homily: Qualis Vita, Finis Ita, Paintings by Jed Jackson in the Main Gallery at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Jed Jackson's paintings are figurative in nature yet infused with a wide array of influences, such as medieval painting, the Dutch Baroque, German Expressionism, American Scene painting, social commentary and propaganda posters.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
March 1 - May 30 Spring Classes in the Shrode Art Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Opportunities for children and adults to explore the arts are offered in classes, which include ceramics, stained glass, painting, knitting, drawing, pewter casting, and more.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
March 16 Learn to Make Irish Soda Bread at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library at 6:30 p.m.  Peggy Von Burg of the U of I Extension Services will show you how to make Irish Soda Bread.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
March 18 The Big Read at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library at 6 p.m.  In cooperation with Rend Lake College, the library is again sponsoring the Big Read.  There will be a book discussion on "The Maltese Falcon" by Dashiell Hammett.  Free copies of the book can be picked up at the library starting in late January 2010.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
March 19 "The Maltese Falcon" Big Read Movie Showing at Rend Lake College SCI 122, 12:30 p.m.  For more information email wests@rlc.edu.
March 19 Cedarhurst School of Performing Arts presents Red Badge of Courage at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  3 performances.  Based on the novel by Stephen Crane, the Red Badge of Courage is the telling of one boy's struggle to not only discover what it means to be a man, but what it means to be a hero.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
March 20 Delta in Concert at Tavern on 10th, 244 S. 10th Street, 9:00 p.m.  Delta is a live blues band from Carbondale.  Hours for the tavern are Tuesday-Thursday 4:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. and Friday-Saturday 4:30 p.m. - 2 a.m.  For more information call (618) 244-7821. 
March 23 "The Maltese Falcon" Big Read Book Discussion at Green Tree Assisted Living Center, 10 a.m.  For more information email wests@rlc.edu.
March 25 Great Collaborators IV at Rend Lake College Theater, 7 p.m.  For more information email liberalarts@rlc.edu.
March 26 Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago at Kaskaskia College, 27210 College Rd., Centralia, 7 a.m.  Chicago based company that performs progressive interpretation of contemporary and ancient African American music and folklore - is accompanied by a six man drum orchestra.  Admission is $22, 12 & under $15.  For more information call (618) 545-3223.
March 26 Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner at Holiday Inn, 222 Potomac Blvd., 6-11 p.m.  Annual awards and honors banquet of the businesses in our community.  Admission is $40.  For more information call (618) 242-5725.
March 27 Bluford Ruritan Club Breakfast at 814 6th Street, Bluford, 7 a.m. - until the last person leaves.  Breakfast and fellowship.  For more information call (618) 732-0005.
March 28 Folksongs of Illinois at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Bucky Halker, who recently produced the Illinois Humanities Council's Folksongs of Illinois CD series, shares his knowledge of Prairie State folk music in a program that features performance and commentary.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
March 30-31 Hunter Safety Course at Rend Lake Visitors Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  This is a State of Illinois required course for anyone born after January 1, 1980 to be eligible to purchase your first hunting license.  This two day course will also teach hunters that are new to the sport or planning a trip out west, how to be safe and ethical while in the field.  Pre-registration is required by calling (618) 724-2493.  Class size is limited to 40 students.  Admission is free.  For more information call (618) 724-2493.
March 31 - April 1 17th Annual Down State Conference on Child Abuse at the Holiday Inn, 222 Potomac Blvd., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Attend one or both days.  Lunch included.  Admission is $100 for both days.  For more information call (618) 244-2100 or visit the website at www.downstateconference.com.

April 2010
March 31 - April 1 17th Annual Down State Conference on Child Abuse at the Holiday Inn, 222 Potomac Blvd., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Presenters include Victor Vieth, Melissa Hook, Brent Maquire, Captain William Carson, Kathleen Canning, Janet Nelson, and Linda Cordisco-Steele.  Attend one or both days.  Lunch included.  Admission is $100 for both days.  For more information call (618) 244-2100 or visit the website at www.downstateconference.com.
April TBA Cedarhurst Choral Project Spring Concert at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  The chorus is comprised of approximately 20 volunteers and is directed by MVTHS Choral Dept. Director John McGhee.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
April 3 Whistle Pigs in Concert at Tavern on 10th, 244 S. 10th Street, 9:00 p.m.  Whistle Pigs is a great, one of a kind Southern Illinois bluegrass band.  Hours for the tavern are Tuesday-Thursday 4:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. and Friday-Saturday 4:30 p.m. - 2 a.m.  For more information call (618) 244-7821. 
April 3-4 Troutt Days at Lyons Fisheries, 573 Red Stripe Rd. Sandoval, all day.  Admission is free.  Food, music, fishing tours, and fishing.  For more information call (618) 247-8477.
April 7 Author Len Adams Live Reading at Rend Lake College Private Dining Area, 12 noon.  For more information email wests@rlc.edu.
April 8 Mystery Dinner Theater by Upstage Productions at Rend Lake College Theater at 11 a.m. and at Rend Lake College PDA at 6 p.m.  For more information call (618) 437-5321 ext. 1234.
April 8 Judgment at Nuremburg at the Granada Center for the Performing Arts, 108 N. 9th Street, 7 p.m.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 740-0707.
April 9-10 46th Annual Popcorn Pete Children's Variety Show: Popcorn Pete Saves the Farm at Mt. Vernon Township High School Auditorium.  Shows are Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.  Tickets are $3 for everyone and can be purchased in advance at IGA, Designer Kids, and King City Cash.  Advance ticket holders may enter 30 minutes early for character autographs.  VIP packages available by contacting Megan Clodi at (618) 214-5680 or megan.clodi@gmail.com.  T-shirts, glow necklaces, bracelets, etc. will be available for sale.  For more information call (618) 214-5680.
April 10 RLC Golf Outlet Super Demo Day at Cherry Creek Golf Range, across from RLC Marketplace, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.  For more information email phillipsc@rlc.edu.
April 10 Muppet Movie at the Granada, 108 North 9th Street, 2 p.m.  Doors open at 1.  For more information call (618) 740-0707.
April 10-11 Troutt Days at Lyons Fisheries, 573 Red Stripe Rd. Sandoval, all day.  Admission is free.  Food, music, fishing tours, and fishing.  For more information call (618) 247-8477.
April 11 Sunday Afternoon Story Time presents Frogs in the Pond in the Beck Family Center library area at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road, 3 p.m.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
April 12 Mystery Story Time at Rend Lake College Children's Library, 9 a.m.  For more information email mandrellb@rlc.edu.
April 15 Cedarhurst School of Performing Arts presents From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  3 performances.  This enchanting drama follows Claudia Kincaid and her brother Jamie up the stone steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and right into the middle of an adventure sure to captivate audiences of all ages.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
April 15-17 10th Annual Southern Illinois Steel Guitar Show at the Holiday Inn, 222 Potomac Blvd.  Great line-up with new and young entertainers.  Advance ticket prices are $8 for Thursday, $15 for Friday, and $20 for Saturday, or get a 3-day pass for $38.  For more information call (618) 218-2517 or (618) 932-0211 or visit www.southernillinoisproductions.com.
April 16-17 Downtown After 5 Book Fair in the Granada Theater Lobby, 108 North 9th Street.  Hours are Friday, April 16 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, April 17 all day.  Friday night is preview night and will include music, refreshments, book signings and books, etc. for sale.  Saturday books, cds, dvds, vcrs, magazines, audio books, etc. will be for sale.  Funds will be used to enhance the downtown streetscape.  For more information call (618) 242-6866 or visit www.downtownmtvernon.org.
April 17 Cedarhurst Chamber Music presents Young Artists at Cedarhurst, SIU-C Concert Choir at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road, 7:30 p.m.  Under the direction of Dr. Susan Davenport, the Concert Choir is comprised of 40 voices, who audition for the mixed ensemble.  The choir performs a variety of short, distinguished choral works and tours each year.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
April 17 Andy Barr, Reptile Expert & TV Host at Kaskaskia College, 27210 College Rd., Centralia, 7:30 p.m.  National Geographic Channel Host and frequent Tonight Show recognized for his work with reptiles.  His presentation is entitled "Dangerous Encounters".  Admission is $17, 12 & under free.  For more information call (618) 545-3223.
April 17-18 Troutt Days at Lyons Fisheries, 573 Red Stripe Rd. Sandoval, all day.  Admission is free.  Food, music, fishing tours, and fishing.  For more information call (618) 247-8477.
April 21 Earth Day at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library at 10 a.m.  A member of the Army Corps will present a program about animals of Southern Illinois and how to care for our wildlife and natural resources.  For grades 3-6.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
April 21 Job Workshops Orientation at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6-8 p.m. Illinois Department of Employment Security Job Workshops in partnership with C.E. Brehm Memorial Library is presenting a series of Job Workshops.  This workshop will cover the necessity of attending, what to expect from workshops, and what facilitators expect from job seekers.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
April 22 Thursday Night Thunder at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6 p.m.  The Thursday Night Thunder Dulcimer Group will present a concert of dulcimer music.  There will also be a short presentation on the dulcimer and its history.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
April 22 Spring Concert at Rend Lake College Theater.  Show time is 7 p.m.  For more information email liberalarts@rlc.edu.
April 24 Cedarhurst Family Days presents Painting Studio in the Shrode Art Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road, 3 p.m.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
April 24 Arbor Day Celebration at Veterans Park, 800 S. 27th St., 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.  Children's activities, Arbor Day tree planting, tree climbing, free food and drinks.  Admission is free.  For more information call (618) 242-6890.
April 24 Bluford Ruritan Club Breakfast at 814 6th Street, Bluford, 7 a.m. - until the last person leaves.  Breakfast and fellowship.  For more information call (618) 732-0005.
April 24-25 Troutt Days at Lyons Fisheries, 573 Red Stripe Rd. Sandoval, all day.  Admission is free.  Food, music, fishing tours, and fishing.  For more information call (618) 247-8477.
April 24 - May 2 Reading Rainbow Young Writers & Illustrators Contest in the Barbara J. Beck Family Education Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  This program encourages children to write and illustrate their own stories.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
April 25 Coin Show at Veterans Park Community Building, 800 South 27th Street.  For more information call (618) 242-6890.
April 26 Book Signing at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6:30 p.m.  Edmund DeRousse will sign copies of his book "A Common Man" in the meeting room.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
April 29 Small Animals and How to Care for Them at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 9:30 a.m.  Mr. John Kabat's FFA members will do a program about how to care for small animals.  This will be followed by animal stories by the Children's Librarian.  For grades Pre-K - 3rd.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
April 29-30 Flummoxed Fairy Tales at Rend Lake College Theater.  Show times are 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.  For more information email liberalarts@rlc.edu.

May 2010
May 1 City Wide Cleanup at Veterans Park, 800 South 27th St.  8 a.m. - 1 p.m.  For more information call (618) 316-4723 or (618) 242-6830.
May 1-2 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.
May 1-31 The Iris Farm, 2 miles west of Wayne City of Route 15.  Open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed Sundays.  For more information call (618) 895-2022 or visit www.theirisfarm.com.
May 5 Resume Workshop at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6-8 p.m.  Learn how to write your own resume.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
May 5 Cedarhurst Book Club will discuss The Art Thief: A Novel by Noah Charney at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  The public is invited to bring a sack lunch and participate in this lunchtime meeting that includes discussion of a book with an art-related theme.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
May 6 Composting and Recycling at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6:30 p.m.  Learn the basics of worm composting and recycling.  Presenting by the Master Gardeners of the U of I Extension Service.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
May 6 A Day in the Life of a Prairie Child at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 10:00 a.m.  Sharon Nichols and Sharon Fracois of the Jefferson County Historical Society will present this program.  Share the old school day activities of a child growing up on the prairie.  Artifacts from the time period will be shared.  For grades 2-6.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
May 7 Cedarhurst School of Performing Arts presents Sounds of Brazil at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  3 performances.  The Samba Bom Trio demonstrates the distinctive styles of music and instruments born out of the heritage and traditions of Brazil.  Enjoy the Carnival atmosphere as the trio demonstrates the bossa nova, samba, and chorinho and other musical styles.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
May 8 Cat in the Hat at the Granada Center for the Performing Arts, 108 North 9th Street, 2 p.m.  Door open at 1.  For more information call (618) 740-0707.
May 8-9 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.
May 13 Giant at the Granada Center for the Performing Arts, 108 N. 9th Street, 7 p.m.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 740-0707.
May 13 Children's Book Week at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 1:00 p.m.  Celebrate Children's Book Week with an Elsenpeter Productions presentation of "Beauty and the Beast".  The peppeteers will perform this classic tale using their famous marionettes.  For all ages.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
May 15-16 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.
May 16 Shop with a Cop Annual Car and Motorcycle Show, Centralia Shopping Center at Expert Tire & Sonic, 1007 W. Broadway, 8 a.m. - Midnight.  Annual charity car-truck-motorcycle show, food, entertainment.  Admission is free.  $10 vehicle entry fee.  For more information call (618) 532-6787.
May 18 Timeline of Quilting History and Patterns at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6:30 p.m.  This class includes the history of quilts and patterns used from 1726 to present, U.S. textiles, early sewing machines, published patterns, establishment of quilt guilds and the modern day rotary cutter.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
May 19 How to Look for Work Workshop at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6-8 p.m.  Learn how to approach the job market, etc.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
May 21-23 Land of Lincoln PVA Bass Tournament at the Rend Lake Marina at Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park 11094 Ranger Road, Whittington.  Entry deadline is April 21.  Registration is May 21, 5:30 - 7 p.m. with partner pairing at 7:30 p.m. at Veterans Park Community Building.  For more information call (630) 654-8104.
May 22 NAACP Pancake Breakfast at Veterans Park, 800 South 27th Street.  For more information call (618) 242-6890.
May 22 Bluford Ruritan Club Breakfast at 814 6th Street, Bluford, 7 a.m. - until the last person leaves.  Breakfast and fellowship.  For more information call (618) 732-0005.
May 22-23 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.
May 22 - July 25 Fabulous Fibers! Featuring Fibers Et. Al. in the Shrode Art Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Members of Fibers Et. Al., one of the Shrode Art Center's active "clubs", work in all forms of fiber.  From intricate and labor intensive to large-scale wall hangings, the group will certainly put on a good show.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
May 22 - July 25 Totally Tubular in the Barbara J. Beck Family Education Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  After-school Totally Tubular students will study and learn about contemporary ceramics and how clay is used as a sculptural medium.  After viewing a number of works and images and touring Kuenz Sculpture Park, the students will create their own unique sculpture from clay in response to the Main Gallery exhibition Voices: Contemporary Ceramic Art from Sweden.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
May 22 - July 25 Abstract Works in the Permanent Collection in the Beal Grand Corridor Gallery at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Cedarhurst's contemporary collection includes work by many "friends", including Mary Sprague, Paul Krainak, Cheonae Kim, and Alfio Bonanno.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
May 22 - August 1 Voices:  Contemporary Ceramic Art from Sweden in the Main Gallery at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  The ten artists included in Voices are natural representatives and leading exponents for the dynamism and originality of contemporary ceramic art in Sweden.  The artists have been selected from different generations, work in varying styles and are free in their relationship to traditional ceramic art to seek new directions and emphasize freedom of expression.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
May 26 Senior Celebration at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  In celebration of National Senior Health and Fitness Day, Cedarhurst invites senior citizens to participate in a morning "healthful hike" through Kuenz Sculpture Park.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
May 29 Sweatin' to the Oldies 4 at Veterans Park Community Building, 800 South 27th Street.  Fun-filled one day event featuring square/round dancing.  For more information call (618) 548-0125.
May 29 Rend Lake Environmental Science Series at the Rend Lake Visitors Center.  Hours are 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. (2 programs each day, approximately a 1 hour program each time).  The summer long series of family oriented presentations, workshop and field trips begin the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.  For more information call (618) 724-2493.
May 29-30 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.

June 2010
June 5 Rend Lake Environmental Science Series at the Rend Lake Visitors Center.  Hours are 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. (2 programs each day, approximately a 1 hour program each time).  The summer long series of family oriented presentations, workshop and field trips begin the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.  For more information call (618) 724-2493.
June 5-6 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.
June 9 Interviewing Skills Part 1 at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6-8 p.m.  Learn the do's and don'ts of job interviewing.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
June 10 Rend Lake Beach Blast at the South Sandusky Beach, 12-4 p.m.  Come enjoy some family fun in the sun while learning a little safety and playing games for kids of all ages.  Admission is free.  For more information call (618) 724-2493.
June 11 Lutheran Child & Family Services Golf "Fore" Kids Charity Outing at Governors Run Golf Course, 3300 Governors Drive, Carlyle.  Registration is 9:30 a.m.  LCFS' Golf "Fore" Kids Charity Outing supports children's services in Southern Illinois.  For more information call (708) 488-5558 or visit www.lcfs.org/sigolf.
June 12 Digital Camera Basics at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 1 p.m.  Maria Reynolds will teach the basics of camera operation, such as poweing on and off, taking and viewing pictures, battery and memory card insertion, how to download pictures on a computer, and taking timed shots.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
June 12 Spring Sculpture Park Celebration at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Stations at selected sculptures will provide a variety of activities including food, music, art activities and docent/guides for those interested.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
June 12 Cedarhurst Family Days presents Sculpture Treasure Hunt in the Shrode Art Center at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road, 3 p.m.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
June 12 Rend Lake Environmental Science Series at the Rend Lake Visitors Center.  Hours are 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. (2 programs each day, approximately a 1 hour program each time).  The summer long series of family oriented presentations, workshop and field trips begin the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.  For more information call (618) 724-2493.
June 12-13 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.
June 18 Movie in the Park, "Where the Wild Things Are" at Veterans Park, 800 South 27th Street.  Pre activities at 8 p.m. and movie at 8:30.  Watch the movie on the outdoor big screen.  Admission is free.  For more information call (618) 242-6890.
June 19 Rend Lake Environmental Science Series at the Rend Lake Visitors Center.  Hours are 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. (2 programs each day, approximately a 1 hour program each time).  The summer long series of family oriented presentations, workshop and field trips begin the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.  For more information call (618) 724-2493.
June 19-20 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.
June 23 Mock Interviews Part 2 at C.E. Brehm Memorial Library, 6-8 p.m.  For this workshop, you must have attended Part 1.  Job seekers must "dress for success".  Wear clothing that would be appropriate for your mock interviews.  For more information call (618) 242-6322.
June 24 Jefferson County Day at Southern Illinois Miners.  Join the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce as they fill up Rend One Ball Park in Marion to celebrate Southern Illinois and enjoy our country's favorite pastime.  For more information call (618) 242-5725 or visit www.southernillinois.com.
June 25 Summer Music Fest at the Band Shell at Veterans Park, 800 S. 27th Street.  Hours TBA.  Enjoy an evening of family music.  For more information call (618) 242-6890.
June 26 Cedarhurst Summer Concert at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, 2600 Richview Road.  Under the trees and on a expansive lawn polished with sculpture, this concert provides a casual, comfortable experience for first-time or frequent concertgoers.  For more information call (618) 242-1236 or visit www.cedarhurst.org.
June 26 Salem Garden Treasures Home Tour at the Wm. Jennings Bryan Statue at Route 37 & Boone Street, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Tour 5 local Salem area homes and visit garden related vendor booths at statue area.  Vendor booth entry fee is free and home tour ticket price is $5.  For more information call (618) 548-5781.
June 26 Jefferson County African American Heritage 12th Annual Gala at the Holiday Inn, 222 Potomac Blvd.  Doors open at 5:30, program starts at 6 p.m.  Speaker, entertainment, scholarships, and awards.  Admission is $25 for adults and $15 for children, and under 5 yrs free.  For more information call (618) 237-8161. 
June 26 Rend Lake Environmental Science Series at the Rend Lake Visitors Center.  Hours are 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. (2 programs each day, approximately a 1 hour program each time).  The summer long series of family oriented presentations, workshop and field trips begin the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.  For more information call (618) 724-2493.
June 26 Bluford Ruritan Club Breakfast at 814 6th Street, Bluford, 7 a.m. - until the last person leaves.  Breakfast and fellowship.  For more information call (618) 732-0005.
June 26-27 Jefferson County Historical Village and Museum, 1411 North 27th Street.  Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.  Authentic log cabins and museum containing Jefferson County memorabilia.  Free admission.  For more information call (618) 246-0033 or visit www.jchs.mvn.net.

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