Events

The SIU Choral Union is getting back in full swing this fall and is encouraging interested community members and those on campus to join in the festivities. [...]

Recessions are hard on everyone in the community, and many struggle to pay bills, let alone think of how to prepare financially for the future. [...]

During the entire month of September, Giant City State Park will be celebrating the Monarch Butterfly by participating in a tagging program. Every fall thousands [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JACKSON COUNTY NATURAL RESOURCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MEETING DATE/TIME CHANGE Beginning September 1, 2022, the Jackson County Natural Resource and Economic Development [...]

MONTHLY PEACE AND JUSTICE VIGIL: REORDER OUR PRIORITIES—THE PENTAGON DOESN’T NEED MORE MONEY!! SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 NOON TO 1:00 PM The Peace Coalition of [...]

On Saturday, September 3rd from 1-3 pm, join Artist, Nature Journalist and Master Naturalist, Kathy Belletire, at Giant City State Park for a fun art [...]

Off The Rails - FREE Concert-All Ages; 2 Bands-King Juba & Cattails - Sat. Sept 3rd - 7 to 10pm - Downtown Entertainment District @ [...]

Outdoor Photography for Beginners Program at Giant City State Park on Sunday, September 4th from 3-6pm MAKANDA, Ill. – Break out that camera that is [...]

A chance for education and support for persons with dementia and their caregivers. Coffee and other refreshments provided. This event occurs every other Thursday from [...]

Join us for the 46th Cedarhurst Art & Craft Fair! ☔︎ RAIN OR SHINE☀️ FRIDAY-SEPTEMBER 9 • Opening Night | 4:30 to 9:30 pm | [...]

The Cobden Spay/Neuter coalition will host ”Spayghetti and a Show” on Friday, September 9 from 6-9pm at The Old Feed Store in Cobden. The event [...]

– Have you ever wanted to ask a question to a real astronaut? Let’s get an answer together! Come join Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois [...]

Artspace 304 announces the opening of Enduring Passion for Art on Tuesday, September 13. The exhibition features a collection of work made by members of [...]

Event Announcement Contact: Josh Benson, Marion Cultural and Civic Center 618-997-4030 josh@marionccc.com Tabitha Tripp 618-697-1474 tabitha.tripp.art@gmail.com Marion Cultural and Civic Center to host “Topography: Diving [...]

The Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission and City Council will meet at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, in the City Council Chambers located [...]

The League of Women Voters of Jackson County is sponsoring a virtual candidate forum for Regional Superintendent of Schools candidates Annette Jaynes (D) and Matthew [...]

The League of Women Voters of Jackson County will present a virtual forum for candidates for Jackson County Clerk & Recorder. This event can be [...]

– If you’re ready for a night of fantastic fun and entertainment, the Varsity is where you’ll want to be for the next monthly all-ages [...]

Ill.-Join campfire veteran “Short Face Bear” for interactive fun, music, and stories with an appreciation for nature, the timeless space of campfire, and our wonderful [...]

The City of Carbondale Preservation Commission will be meeting on Monday, September 19th, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. we will be meeting in person at the [...]

CARBONDALE – The City of Carbondale is beginning plans to reconstruct and expand the Piles Fork Greenway Multi-Use Bike Path. The path currently runs along Piles Fork Creek, [...]

Brian Crain, a 3rd generation licensed funeral director and embalmer, will discuss funerals, cremation, documentation, and other relevant end of life concerns at the Southern [...]

The Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will have meetings at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21st, 2022, in City Council Chambers in the [...]

This virtual candidate forum is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Jackson County and hosted by the Carbondale Public Library. To receive a [...]

Just in time for the start of fall, (Sept. 22), the Illinois Office of Tourism, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), has [...]

– Identifying grasses can be tricky! Join Erin Garret with the University of Illinois Extension to learn tips and techniques to help you identify several [...]

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is hosting Fresh Check Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22. This fun, informative event brings together the [...]

2022 SIU Family Weekend on Sept. 23-25 We are excited to celebrate in person in 2022, on September 23rd-25th! Please email familyweekend@siu.edu with any questions, or contact [...]

September 24 marks the kick off for Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois’ Nut, Candy and Magazine (NCM) Program! Girl Scouts will be selling tasty treats [...]

“These fee-free days are our way of thanking our many visitors, but also to encourage people to get outside and enjoy their public lands,” said [...]

Community Food Drive to help out the community and to help complete John Meredith’s Scout journey.

17th Annual "Ironclad Art" the Motorcycle Day On the Grounds at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts Sunday, September 25, 2022 (Rain Date: Sunday, Oct 2) [...]

On the first day of fall, the American Red Cross is asking the public to start the season off with a lifesaving blood or platelet [...]

The Carbondale City Council will meet and hold a public hearing at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at the City Council Chambers located [...]

The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 29, 2022, in Carbondale Civic Center Room [...]

Southern Illinois LGBTQ Fest (formerly named Southern Illinois Pride Fest) is just around the corner! Rainbow Café along with Southern Illinois University Carbondale will be [...]

University of Illinois Wildlife Exentsion Specialist, Joy O’Keefe, knows bats and what better place to learn about our furry friends than Giant City State Park! [...]

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is bringing “Mountainfilm on Tour,” a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed, inspiring documentary films to Carbondale on Sept. 30. Everyone is [...]

Harrisburg, Illinois October 8, 2022— The public will encounter employees and volunteers working in the Shawnee National Forest in developed and dispersed recreation sites and [...]

Pickleball in the Park is a fun way to meet new people to play pickleball with while also raising money for a good cause. Play [...]

Southern Illinois University Carbondale will host the annual “Music & Motion” high school marching band competition in Saluki Stadium, Saturday, Oct. 1. Under the direction of George [...]

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Southern Illinois Piano Festival returns for a third run next month. The biennial classical music festival once again features the artistry [...]