SIUE Shaw Lecture Features Nobel Prize Winner John Mather
The annual William C. Shaw Lecture presented by SIUE’s Physics Department will pair up with the 2013 season of Arts & Issues to present Dr. John C. Mather, one of the world’s most prominent astrophysicists, on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the Morris University Center’s Meridian Ballroom. Mather is a senior astrophysicist at NASA’s Goddard […]
Read More →Totally Tots Playtime starts at CARD
Children ages 1-4 are invited to attend Totally Tots Playtime at the CARD Activity Center, 10 Gateway Drive in Collinsville, Thursdays from 9:30-11 a.m. Children enjoy unstructured play with oversized foam blocks, tunnels and playhouse, hoops, balls, and more. The program runs from Sept. 12 through Dec. 19. Totally Tots Playtime is $2 per child, per visit, […]
Read More →Nature Playtime returns to Willoughby Farm next week
Willoughby Heritage Farm will be hosting Nature Playtime each Tuesday from 10-11 a.m., from Sept. 10 until Oct. 15. Children ages 3-6 can learn, explore and play. The farm and nature expert will lead activities for families. There will also be the opportunity to visit with the animals and take a hayride. Bring a picnic to enjoy after playtime.
Read More →Water service disruptions on Sept. 5
The City of Collinsville has announced that, effective Sept. 5, 2013 at 6 a.m., water service will be shut off at the following addresses: 1601, 1605, 1609, 1611, 1701 Vandalia St, apt. 300 through apt. 1701 Vandalia; and 1713 Vandalia. This is due to the Illinois Department of Transportation road widening project and water main […]
Read More →Collinsville Library displays 30 years of Italian Fest exhibit
“ITALIAN FEST: A Salute to 30 Years” is on display through Oct. 12 at the Collinsville Memorial Public Library, 408 W. Main St. The exhibit displays unique memorabilia spanning the fest’s 30 year history. Visitors can learn how the festival started and find out about the Dover Boys and the Golden Girls. Souvenirs and unusual […]
Read More →Boulderdash to perform at Tunes on Tap
Rock ‘n roll and modern country group Boulderdash will be live in concert on Saturday, Sept. 14 at Arlington Greens Golf Course. The “Tunes on Tap” outdoor concert will be from 7-10 p.m. Drink specials and free appetizers will be available. Admission is $10 per person; $15 per couple. Call 618-346-7529 for details. Arlington Greens Golf Course is located at […]
Read More →Walk to Help Children with Dyslexia scheduled for Oct. 19
The tenth annual Walk to Help Children with Dyslexia will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, in Belleville. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. for the three or five-mile walk, which will begin and end at the Children’s Dyslexia Center at the Scottish Rite building, 1549 Frank Scott Parkway West. The entry fee […]
Read More →State Comptroller salutes J.R. Kelly Company – The Horseradish House
The largest supplier of horseradish roots in the United States was recently saluted by Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka for its contribution to Illinois agri-tourism. The Collinsville based J.R. Kelly Company – The Horseradish House markets 10 to 12 million pounds of horseradish per year. “It is incredible to have JR Kelly Company continue to support agriculture […]
Read More →Time is running out to apply for the Italian Fest parade
Italian Fest organizers are seeking applicants for this year’s parade. The 30th anniversary edition of the Italian Fest takes place Sept. 20 and 21. The parade is at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 on Main Street. This year’s parade theme is “Happy Birthday Italian Fest.” Float entries will be given priority, with the top three entries […]
Read More →Deadline nearing to register for 2013 Little Miss and Mister Italian Fest
The Little Miss and Mister Italian Fest pageant is seeking contestants for the 2013 Italian Fest. The annual pageant is organized by The Miner’s Institute Foundation and serves as a fundraiser for the group. Winners receive a crown, sash and a starring role in the Italian Fest parade. The pageant will take place at 7 […]
Read More →Rep. Kay to host town hall Thursday in Collinsville
State Rep. Dwight Kay will host a public town hall meeting Thursday to discuss issues facing the State of Illinois. The meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Collinsville Memorial Library, 408 West Main St. Kay will provide an update on issues facing the State and answer questions from attendees.
Read More →Great Big Idaho Potato to meet World’s Largest Catsup Bottle
The Great Big Idaho® Potato is coming to Collinsville to visit the World’s Largest Catsup Bottle®. The pair will hold a meet and greet Wednesday from 1-3:30 p.m at the catsup bottle. The Great Big Idaho® Potato is on a 7-month, cross-country tour to help raise awareness and funds for Meals on Wheels, a non-profit organization that delivers over […]
Read More →Route 159 construction informational meeting set for Sept. 4 in Collinsville
The Illinois Department of Transportation will hold a public information meeting for the final phase of the Illinois Route 159 expansion project on Sept. 4 in Collinsville. “Of the three phases that IDOT is working on for the city, this is the most intensive,” Collinsville Mayor John Miller said at the City Council meeting Monday. […]
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