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Kid's Fishing Day at Lake Murphysboro!

Kids Fishing Day at Lake Murphysboro


Saturday, June 7th,  from 9 am to 1 pm, the Southern Illinois Shawnee Muskie Hunters Fishing Club would like to welcome kids to their wonderful Kid's Fishing Day. Over 90 children, along with their parents/guardians, enjoyed a great day of activities at last year's event. 

Contact Jim Beaty at (618) 235-6370 or beatyjh@msn.com if you are interested in helping out with this event or know of a child that would like to participate. Don't miss it!   

 



For questions, comments, and more information about the Shawnee Muskie Hunters Fishing Club, visit the website.

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Southern Illinois Baseball - The Miners

The Southern Illinois Baseball Group is focused on promoting economic growth, entertainment, and tourism in the Southern Illinois Region with the 2007 season of the Miners.


The stadium will house the Frontier League Baseball team, the Miners and be the host of many entertainment events.

Stadium Facts:

  • Luxury Box Suites
  • Fun-filled children's play area
  • First-class concessions
  • Corporate rental picnic area

You can get tickets now.


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Herrinfesta Italiana 2008 - Herrin, IL 



Hairbangers Ball at Herrinfesta Italiana


Thursday, May 22nd - 26th, spotlighting Herrin's rich, Italian heritage, draws over 60,000 people per year. Five days of festival fun including live musical entertainment, art gallery, carnival, bocce ball tournament, golf tournament, multiple contents and more. For additional information, contact ((618) 942-8445 or to visit the website,  click here. 


Memoral Day Smiley Club Cookout - Elizabethtown, IL 

Smiley Club Cookout


Out of this world barbecue and cookout hosted by community members, raising money for local causes, including the less fortunate for Christmas. Outstanding food, fun and fellowship on Memorial Day in Elizabethtown! For additonal information, visit the website by clicking here . 

General and Mrs. Logan's Civil War Grand Ball! - Muprhysboro, IL

Civil War Grand Ball


Saturday, May 17th, from 6 to 10 pm, the 2nd Annual General and Mrs. Logan's Civil War Grand Ball provides an evening to match the atmosphere of a Civil War Era ball. Though many attendees do wear period dresses complete with petticoat and hoop skirt or Civil War uniforms, they are not required. Live music and refreshments are provided. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Contact the museum for tickets by calling (618) 684-3455, drop by, or click here. 



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