2008
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July

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July 1     Rendlemans Orchards Farm Market

Hwy. 127 Alto Pass, IL. Peaches are here! Stop in to see the summer bounty. Enjoy a peach smoothie or a bottle of peach cider while picking up other seasonal produce as well as your favorites from last year. 618-893-2771 www.rendlemanorchards.com

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July 1     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

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July 5     Starview Vineyards in Cobden  www.starviewvineyard.com
MUSIC UNDER THE STARS - 5-9 p.m. Listen to Mopotomus on the Stage
You asked & we listened! You wanted to see the Stars at StarView Vineyards, well here is your chance. This summer we will have two events under the stars where you can listen to local musicians and enjoy the cool summer nights. Music is from 5-9 p.m. Bring your date, family and friends. Also you may want to consider bringing blankets or lawn chairs. The kitchen will remain open, so you can have dinner here too!

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July 5     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass www.vonjakobvineyard.com
Dave Caputo Duo (classic rock, oldies)

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July 6     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass
www.vonjakobvineyard.com
Ivas John Blues Band

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July 6     Anniversary Festival at Blue Sky Vineyard

Great wine, music & food. www.blueskyvineyard.com

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July 8     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

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July 12     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass www.vonjakobvineyard.com
Doug & Sharon (classic rock, blues, oldies)

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July 13     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass www.vonjakobvineyard.com
Dave Caputo Duo (classic rock, oldies)

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July 15     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

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July 18     Starview Vineyards at the Carbondale Mainstreet Festival
Details to follow - but look for Music, Art & Wine in Carbondale, on the Square.
www.starviewvineyard.com

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July 19     Starview Vineyards in Cobden  www.starviewvineyard.com
MUSIC UNDER THE STARS - 5-9 p.m. Listen to Wil Maring on the Stage.
You asked & we listened! You wanted to see the Stars at StarView Vineyards, well here is your chance. This summer we will have two events under the stars where you can listen to local musicians and enjoy the cool summer nights. Music is from 5-9 p.m. Bring your date, family and friends. Also you may want to consider bringing blankets or lawn chairs. The kitchen will remain open, so you can have dinner here too!

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July 19     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass www.vonjakobvineyard.com
Dave Caputo Duo

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July 20     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass www.vonjakobvineyard.com
"Ivas John Blues Band"

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July 22     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

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July 26     Starview Vineyards in Cobden  www.starviewvineyard.com
Sam West - you have heard him at Tres, the Hanger & StarView.

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July 26     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass www.vonjakobvineyard.com
VonJakobville!!! 3:30-7:30 pm ($10 cover)

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July 27     Von Jakob Vineyards in Alto Pass www.vonjakobvineyard.com
Big Larry & the Downhome Blues Band

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July 29     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

August

August 1 - 2     Cobden Peach Festival
Sponsored by the Cobden Lions Club, features carnival rides and games, Peach Queen Contest, homemade food and peach cobbler. Free admission. 618-893-4059

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August 2 - 3    Trail of Tears Hummingbird Soiree
Web site
Trail of Tears Lodge & Sports Resort, 1575 Fair City Road, Jonesboro, IL 833-8697

August 2 - 3    Hummingbird Festival
Trail of Tears State Forest 833-4910

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August 5     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

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August 12     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

August 16 - 23    2008 Union County Fair
Visit the Union County Fair web site for information. Web Site

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August 19     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

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August 26     Farmers Market

When: 6:00am – 12:00pm - Where: Fred's Parking Lot Hwy. 146 in Anna, IL
Every Tuesday from 6:00am - 12:00pm - Fresh fruit and vegetables

August 30 - 31    Shawnee Hills Wine Festival at Alto Vineyards in Alto Pass
Food and wine, rain or shine! Listen to great bands, sample wines from all nine wineries, and relax in the greenery at Alto Vineyards. Be sure to check www.shawneewinetrail.com

September

September 6    Old Fashion Ice Cream Supper
5:00pm Musical entertainment in the 1850’s Kornthal Church built by Austrian immigrants. Now on National Register of Historic Places. 2 miles south of Jonesboro, IL on Hwy. 127.

September 12 - 13 - 14     Lincoln-Douglas 3rd Debate: "Reunion Tour"
Where: Located in the Lincoln Memorial Park
Lincoln Memorial Park north of the Jonesboro square was the site of the 3rd 1858 United States Senatorial debate between Abraham Lincoln and incumbent Stephen Douglas. 800-248-4373

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September 14    Harvest Festival at Blue Sky Vineyards in Makanda

Celebrate the birth of a new vintage, with great food and music. www.blueskyvineyards.com

October

October 10     Colorfest Celebration Union County
Where: All over Union County, IL
Celebrate the fall season throughout Union County with Home Tours by P.A.S.T. from 10am to 4pm, and an Arts & Crafts Fair in Cobden. Participate in the biathlon race, tour the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Orchards & Farms. Music, BBQ, Applebutter making demonstrations, working cider press, petting zoo and Kid Fest at the Anna City Park 9-5pm on Sat. will host the First Annual Wiener Dog Derby. The doggie fashion will begin at 1:00pm with the race at 2:00pm. A writers fair at Stinson Library on Sat. from 9am-4pm, and the South End Stump Jumper annual variety show Sat. at 7pm. 800-248-4373

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October 25 - 26     Halloween Festival at Blue Sky Vineyard
Join us for howling good times at the vineyard. Wear your favorite costume for a chance to win great prizes and enjoy live music. www.blueskyvineyard.com

November

November 10     Veterans Day Parade
Where: Anna Illinois
Begins at 2:00 pm from the city park entrance on Davie Street and follows Main Street to Jefferson Street and back to the park. 618-833-5182

December