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October 2008
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 Saturdays,
4, 11, 18, 25 October
2008
Taste of Alton Segway Tour
National Great Rivers Museum
#2 Lock and Dam Way Rd.
Alton, IL. 62002
10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Take a glide along the Mississippi, stop into My
Just Desserts for scrumptious lunch, learn some Alton history, and how to
ride a Segway! This tour is $100.00 per person.
Contact the Alton Regional Convention Visitors
Bureau at..........(800) 258-6645
Click here
for more info............
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Saturday,
4 October
2008
4th Annual
River Rat Wrap Up Chili Cook Off
Saturday October 4th, 2008
On Enterprise Island
Judging begins at 3:00 PM
chili must be registered by 2:30
Official Rules:
1. Chili can
be prepared at home ahead of time.
2. Contestants can use any means to make your chili, mixes, chili kits etc.
3. Contestants must be willing to taste their own chili. (If you make 5
alarm chili your gonna burn too)
4. Condiments must be brought by contestant, If you think your chili should
be served with crackers, you will need to bring them.
5. Bowls and spoons for the judging only, will be provided. Contestants will
need to provide serving spoons etc.
6. Have Fun!
Judging:
Judging will be done by 3 Judges. Each judge will score your chili
individually.
They will be judging on:
Taste (25 points possible)
Aroma (10 points possible)
Appearance (10 points possible)
Chili Name (5 points possible)
A total of 50 points possible per judge
Grand total of 150 points possible
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded prizes
1st place will have bragging rights for the best chili on the river for a
year! So rub it in!!!
Some Changes from years past:
I will not be able to bring out the steam table this year, SO, you will need
to devise a method to keep your chili hot.
Isl. 521 is not very big boat friendly due to the recent dredging, so we'll
be on Enterprise Island this year.
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Saturday
4 October
2008
The
Karen Weidinger Foundation....
Click here for full size .pdf flyer
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Bill,
Karen was a very well known boater whom I am sure you know as well.
I wanted to pass this onto you as many people on the river knew and
loved Karen. Its Free and a for a great cause.
In memory of the Worlds best Sister-in-law and friend, Karen
Weidinger.
Thanks
Tauni
Good afternoon,
I hope that this finds you doing well. I wanted to take a moment to
send you an invitation to an upcoming "fun"raiser that is being put
on to benefit the Karen Weidinger Foundation (KWF), St. Charles
County's Breast Cancer Foundation. The owners of The Chocolate Cafe
and Ensemble Salon in O'Fallon decided to get together and put on an
event to recognize October as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month",
support a local charity, and have some fun all at the same time. The
event they came up with is the
"got pink? party"! A party on the patio!
It costs nothing to attend this event, but all of the
proceeds from food, beverage and t-shirt sales will go to the KWF.
The t-shirts will simply read "got pink?" on the front of them along
with the event sponsors on the back. The entire amount raised from
those sales, in addition to some fabulous raffle items, will go to
the KWF as well. There will be live music, wine tasting, delicious
food and fabulous drinks, as well as a hair and fashion show. Bring
your friends...bring a date....bring your date's friends...and help
support those in our community whose lives have been affected by
breast cancer. Each and every dollar that is raised will be staying
right here in our community!
You will not want to miss this, and we encourage you to bring anyone
who likes to have fun! The event will be held on Saturday, October
4th from 3-10 at the patio of the Chocolate Cafe near Highway K &
40. See the attached invitation for more information, and invite
everyone you know
If you'd like to find out more information on the event or would
like to donate a raffle item, please call Kelly Lamm at 636.300.1388
WEAR SOMETHING PINK!
Thank you in advance for your support.
The Karen Weidinger Foundation
"Empowering St. Charles and neighboring communities by providing
knowledge and support to win the fight against breast cancer"
www.karensfoundation.org
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Sunday
5 October, 2008
Croatian & Italian Fest
Wood river, IL
1:00am - 8:00pm
Alton, IL. 62002
10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Come on out, and celebrate Wood River's
Centennial Croatian & Italian style! Planned activities will include food
and drink, kid's games, Italian music, heritage dancers; even a lil' Mr. &
Mrs. Centennial pageant! There is much more, including a concert by Dr.
Zhivegas from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
For More info call......(618) 251-3100
Click here for more info .........
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Sunday
5 October, 2008
Oktoberfest Cruise
St Louis Riverfront
St. Louis, MO.
Whether you just want an authentic German buffet, or dance to
live music, why not do it on the river? The steamboats Tom Sawyer and
Becky Thatcher will be available every Sunday throughout October for a
cruise! Reservations are required.
(877) 982-1410
Click here for more info, and schedule of times.............
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Sunday
05 October, 2008
Chicago River Flatwater Classic 2008
The’ 9th annual Chicago River Flatwater
Classic canoe and kayak race will be held on Sunday, October 5,
2008. This year's event includes new boat classes, expanded
finish line festivities and exciting new prize opportunities.
Join in on the competition or jus float along the 7.25 mile
course, enjoying the beautiful and varied landscape along the
Chicago River.
Click here
for more information
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Monday
- Saturday
06 - 11 October, 2008
The
Big Muddy
The Celebration
Week!
Mark Your
Calendar !
 What:
The Big Muddy Celebration
When:
October 6 - 11
Where:
3761 New Town Blvd.,
near the New Town
Boulevard exit off Highway 370
More Info:
636-724-7920
The Big Muddy will donate 5 percent of all
sales during the celebration week to the Forgotten Heroes charity.
Live music on Wed. nite
(the anchor nite) at 8 p.m
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Friday,
10 October, 2008
Comedy
Night at Sundowners
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Live comedy comes to the river on Friday,
October 10th @ 8pm featuring nationally touring comedian David Graham as
seen on The tonight show, Comedy central, and HBO.
David's shows are sold out every time. Tickets
are $10.00 and available at the restaurant or by telephone @314-250-3042.
Reservations are advised as seaeting is limited.
After the comedy show DJ Ray will spin some
great songs to finish out the evening.
Hope to see you there
Jon & Kelley Klipp
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Saturday,
11 October, 2008
2nd
Annual Palisades Yacht Club.... Car Show.....
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Saturday, 11 October, 2008
Great Grafton Pub Crawl
Grafton Riverfront
Grafton, Il. 62037
5:00pm
- 10:00pm
ARRGH! I'll share me buried treasure with ya if I can
remember where I buried it...........
Or, you could just participate in the Great Grafton Pub Crawl
and treasure hunt! Tickets include bus transport, t-shirt, boat ride,
and of course treasure! Tickets can be purchased from participating
pubs and wineries.............
(618) 786-1855
Click here for more info..............
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Saturday,
11 - Sunday 12 October, 2008
Old Settlers Days
Riverside Park
Kampsville, Il.
10:30am
- 5:00pm
Civil war re-enactments, carriage rides and a fiddle contest
highlight festivities depicting the lives of early Calhoun County settlers.
Admission is free.....
(618) 465-2114
Click here for more info.........
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Saturday
11
October
- Sunday 12 October, 2008
"Flags over the
Mississippi: Struggle for the Empire"
Lewis and Clark Historic Site
New Poag Rd. and IL-3
Hartford, IL
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far
away......... Actually, in the 18th century, in the Mississippi
valley, European notions fought over this resource-rich area as a means of
empire expansion, Colonial style. Head out for a look at how period
European and American soldiers lived.......... Admission is
FREE..........
(618) 251-5811
Click here
for more info.............
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Tuesday
14 October, 2008
Alton Segway Tour - Tuesday Nights
National Great Rivers Museum
#2 Lock and Dam Way Rd.
Alton, IL. 62002
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Views of the Clark Bridge, tows and boaters on
the river, intermingled with stories of the legends of Alton headline your
glide along the Mighty Mississippi! You will also earn your Segway
license! The evening tours have a limit of 10 people per 2 guides for
excellent personal attention. Better hurry! Tours are $80.00 per
person.
Contact the Alton Regional Convention Visitors
Bureau at..........(800) 258-6645
Click here
for more info..............
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Wednesday
15 October,
2008
Docking Facilities
Deadline
Applications for grants to provide or improve docking
facilities for larger transient vessels (those longer that 26 feet) must be
received by Wednesday 15 October, 2008.
Local Governments, marinas and boat yards may submit proposals
including, but not limited to initial dredging, boat slips, and
navigational aids. Grants are for up to 75% of the cost of the
approved proposal. All proposals must be submitted to the
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service through the IDNR.
Contact the Federal Aid/Special Funds Section at...(217)
782-2602 TDD (217) 782-9175
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Saturday,
18 October, 2008
Click here to go to the Con Trios
website for more info.
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Saturday,
18 - Sunday 19 October, 2008
Grafton Rendezvous
Grafton Riverfront
Grafton, Il. 62037
10:00am
- 4:30pm
Come out and see how the pre-1840's fur trader lived!
Re-enactors will be camping in period tents and teepees, and giving
demonstrations. Other activities include knife and tomahawk throwing
contests, and even black powder and archery competitions!
Admission is free.....
(314) 251-4916
Click here for more info....
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Sunday 19 October, 2008
The Duck Club Fall Poker Run
THE DUCK CLUB FALL POKER RUN IS
OPEN TO ALL BOATERS
CHECK IN IS AT THE DUCK CLUB AT
NOON. THERE WILL BE FOUR STOPS ON THE RIVER, WITH THE FINAL CARD BACK AT THE
DUCK CLUB AT 5:30 THREE FLIGHTS AVAILABLE $5 , $10 , $25
BEST POKER HAND IN EACH FLIGHT
WINS MEXICAN BUFFET WITH MARGARITA SPECIALS FROM 5:00 - 7:00P.M.
FULL MENU SERVICE IS ALSO
AVAILABLE
AWARDS AT THE CLUB AT 7:30
BOAT DOCKING WILL BE AVAILABLE
FOR ALL THOSE PARTICIPATING.
PLEASE CONTACT JOHN STURM FOR
MORE INFO OR WITH ANY QUESTIONS @ 314 610 7567
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Saturday, Sunday October 18 &
19
Autumn Historic Folklife Festival
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Downtown Hannibal, Mo
Saturday and Sunday.......October 18 & 19,
2008
Folklife Festival will feature over 100 exhibitors. Artists, artisans, and craftsmen demonstrating and selling their wares Street musicians, food cooked on wood stoves, fresh apple cider and a children's area.
This 1800s-themed festival has been
voted " Favorite Festival".
Consistently draws thousands of visitors
and .
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Saturday,
25 October 2008
Megan Taylor Meier
1st Annual Golf Tournamen
I would like to invite you to the 1st Annual 4 person Golf Tournament in
Memory of Megan Taylor Meier Oct. 25. As most people know. My daughter Megan
lost her battle with depression Oct. 17, 2006 after being bullied on the
Internet. Since Megan's death I have been active with a local charity named
CHADS Coalition. Communities Healing Adolescent Depression and Suicide. I
would
like your help to make a donation to CHADS Coalition in the name of "Megan
Taylor Meier". Help make a difference in the fight against adolescent
depression
and suicide.
In addition to golfers, we need sponsors for the silent auction and to
sponsor
holes. Your involvement is greatly appreciated. Get a team together and join
the
fun. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
See the attached flyers for more information and the links below for CHADS
Coalition and the golf course.
www.golf-headquarters.com/play/pheasantrun.htm
www.chadscoalition.org
Thanks,
Ron Meier
636-485-9788
ronmeier@charter.net
For more information contact Ron Meier or Audi Williams:
ronmeier@ charter.net 636-485-9788
audiwilliams@charter.net 636-293-5765
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Saturday,
25 October - Sunday, 26 October, 2008
Grafton Riverside Flea Market
Historic Boat Works
400 Front St.
Grafton, IL. 62037
9:00 am -5:00 pm
With over 70 vendors hawking wares from junk to
antiques, you just might find what you were looking for..........
Don't miss out on the last Flea Market of the
year!
(618) 786-8210
(618) 462-4991
Click here for more info...........
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Saturday, October 25
Vintage Riverboat Parade
Grafton Harbor
Antique & Classic Boats begin to congregate at Grafton Harbor at 11:00.
Riverboat Cruise begins at 1:00.
Sponsored by: Antique & Classic Boat Society - Jack Hartwick: 636-441-3559
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November 2008
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December 2008
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Saturday 13 - Sunday 14 December, 2008
Arrival at Camp River Dubois
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
400 Front St.
Grafton, IL. 62037
9:00 am -5:00 pm
One Lewis and Clark Trail
Hartford, Il. 62048
10:00am - 4:00pm
Check out the commemoration of December 12; when William Lewis arrived at
Camp Rivere Dubois, or the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi
Rivers. Re-enactors portray what detachment and civilian life was like.
Admission is FREE..............
For more information call..........(618) 251-5811
Click here
for more info .............
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Tuesday
- Monday
06 - 12 October, 2008
Tall Stacks Music, Arts, and Heritage Festival
Cincinnati, Ohio
A festival celebrating Cincinnatis' heritage of the
riverboat featuring a number of vintage and replica steamboats from across
the eastern United States.
The festival is held every three or four years...Last in October 2006.
Click here for more info in the
Wikipedia Encyclopedia
Click here for information FantasyRVTours.com
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