Calendar of Events in Mississippi River Valley

February 4, 2006 – The King's Ball
A costumed event continuing a traditional French pre-Lenten celebration that has been taking place in Ste. Genevieve for over 250 years. Townsfolk, guests, and groups from nearby communities gather to dance and celebrate. Live music provided by the Cash Rebates. Colonial dress costumes encouraged but not required. A King and his court are selected in the old way by participants finding tokens in the King’s Cake (La Galette des Rois).
Ste. Genevieve VFW Hall
7 pm – midnight; dancing begins at 8 pm
$8/adults; $5/children & students
All children must be accompanied by an adult
Proceeds benefit the Ste. Genevieve Museum

February 4 & 5, 2006 – French & Indian War Assemblage
A winter gathering of French & Indian period re-enactors camping and competing in a Team Woods Walk. Musket competition.
Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

February 12, 2006 – Felix Valle State Historic Site Open House
10 am – 4 pm
No charge
Ste. Genevieve, MO

February 25, 2006 – Bicentennial Ball to Celebrate the Guibourd-Valle House 200th Year Anniversary
$20/person
Call 800.373.7007 for infor/tickets
Ste. Genevieve, MO

February 28, 2006 – Fastnacht
German pancake and sausage dinner, German music at St. John Church
5 – 8 pm
Maeystown, IL

March 25 & 26, 2006 – American Longrifle Association Encampment
A portrayal of the Long Hunter era of 1750-1790. This is the annual ALRA encampment.
Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

April 1 & 2, 2006 – Colonial Trade Fair & Musket Frolic
A juried living history event depicting the Illinois country, 1750-1790. Includes shooting matches for rifle and musket, colonial games, and military demonstrations.
Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

April 23, 2006 – Cannon School
An instructional course for the historical artillery man. A certificate of safety will be issued to each participant that passes the course. There will be a line firing competition.
Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

April 29 & 30, 2006 – Ecole de Soldat
Various activities. Professional historians will give lectures on topics of interest to re-enactors.
Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

May 7, 2006 – Fruehlingsfest
Celebrate spring by attending the Antique & Garden Show in the historic district.
9 am – 4 pm
Maeystown, IL

May 6, 2006 – Kids’ Day
A special day for children with 18th century games, contests, story telling, puppet shows, prizes, and refreshments. Free to children of all ages.
10 am – 4 pm
Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

May 20 & 21, 2006 – Annual Garden Tour
Gardens throughout the historic district will be open for touring. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and provide directions. Herb sale at the Bolduc House. No charge for the tour. Maps provided.
10 am – 5 pm
Ste. Genevieve, MO

May 26 & 27, 2006 – Civic Association Homecoming
Maeystown, IL

June 3 & 4, 2006 – 36th Annual Rendezvous
One of the largest in the country. 18th century crafts, food, music, hundreds of historically dressed participants, flintlock rifle and musket competition, cannon and mortar competition, traders, and much more. Free admission. Small parking fee.
Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL

June 10 & 11, 2006 – Ste. Genevieve Antique Show
A wonderful way to celebrate the beginning of summer as quality antique dealers will be set up at the Knight’s of Columbus Hall on Market Street.
10 am – 5 pm
Ste. Genevieve, MO

June 10 & 11, 2006 – French Festival
Music, food, wine tasting, and living history re-enactors combine to celebrate Ste. Genevieve's French Heritage. Street dance on Saturday night.
10 am – 5 pm
Ste. Genevieve, MO


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					June 10, 2006 – Felix Valle Birthday Celebration Annual event at the Felix Valle State Historic Site commemorating the birthday of Felix Valle. Open House, refreshments. 10 am – 5 pm No charge Ste. Genevieve, MO July 4, 2005 – Outdoor Concert, Fireworks Display & Community Picnic An old-fashioned celebration of Independence Day in City Park overlooking the Mississippi River. Bring your blanket for a good spot on the grassy hill. Concert 7:30 pm; fireworks 9 pm Ste. Genevieve, MO July 7, 8 & 9, 2006 – Ste. Genevieve County Fair At the fairgrounds just south of City Park. All the usual county fair exhibits and lots of food. Demolition Derby Saturday night. Ste. Genevieve, MO August 5, 2006 – Trash & Treasures Village Yard Sale 7 am – 11 am Maeystown, IL August 12 & 13, 2006 – Jour de Fete Area’s largest craft show hosting more than 500 crafters and food booths occupies almost all the vacant ground in the historic district. 10 am – 6 pm Ste. Genevieve, MO September 17, 2006 – French Colonial Crafts & Traders A hands-on event of 18th century crafts: pottery, blacksmithing, needle work, great wheel lathe, carpentry & weaving. A rare opportunity for the public to try these crafts. Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL September 22 & 23, 2006 – Apple Butter Festival Peeling of the apples at the Mill Friday 8 am – 1 pm Apple stirring at the Mill Saturday 6 am – 3 pm Maeystown, IL October 7 & 8, 2006 – French and Indian War Assemblage Living history event portraying the time period of the fort with camp life, contests, military events, and vignettes. Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL 9 am -5 pm October 7 & 8, 2006 – Promenade des Arts and Plein Aire Event Special exhibit & reception by the Ste. Genevieve Art Guild on Friday evening. $10/person donation. 10 am - dusk, Saturday & Sunday Historic District, Ste. Genevieve, MO October 8, 2006 – Oktoberfest Enjoy all the sounds and smells of autumn while browsing through arts and crafts displays and demonstrations. 10 am - dusk Maeystown, IL November 4 & 5, 2006 – Winter Rendezvous A living history event featuring camp life and a woodswalk team shooting match. 9 am - 5 pm Fort de Chartres State Historic Site, IL December 2 & 3, 2006 – Annual Country Christmas Walk Parade, carolers, live nativity, tree lighting, late shopping 9 am - dark (Sat) & 10 am -5 pm (Sun) Ste. Genevieve, MO December 3, 2006 – Old-Fashioned German Christmas Traditional German shopping, music, decorations, and food. 11 am -5 pm (Sun) Maeystown, IL December 3, 2006 – Annual Christmas Concert Handbells and choir with Municipal Band. Free admission 3 pm Catholic Church in Ste. Genevieve, MO December 10, 2006 – French Christmas Observance French customs of the early 19th century by candlelight. Refreshments & music. Felix Valle State Historic Site 1 - 5 pm Ste. Genevieve, MO December 31, 2006 – La Guiannee Celebrate the New Year with an historic local tradition. Free refreshments and music. Starts at 7:30 pm when the La Guiannee Society from Prairie du Rocher arrives at Fort de Chartres continuing a tradition that began in 1722 when the town was founded. . Fort de Chartres Historic Site, IL December 31, 2006 – La Guiannee Costumed musicians perform the centuries old New Year's traditions in song throughout the town. Starts at 7 pm. Ste. Genevieve, MO
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