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Fall Fest in Edwardsville/Glen Carbon IL features Rt 66 10k run

Col. Benjamin Stephenson House in Edwardsville, IL., two-story
Federal style brick home that is significant in early Illinois history.

Friday, at Miner’s Square in Glen Carbon, indulge in live entertainment, activities for the kids and refreshments. Meanwhile in Edwardsville, enjoy Blues and BBQ at the city park and library. Hot and cold cider, Italian Beef, pulled pork, brats, ribs, chicken and much more are available from local vendors and clubs. Historic downtown Edwardsville offers many fine restaurants and pubs in addition to festival offerings.

On Saturday morning, the International Storyteller & Author Bobby Norfolk appears at the Glen Carbon Centennial Library to tell chilling, family-friendly tales using movement and vocal effects. The 3rd Annual Route 66 10K Run/Walk begins at 8:00 AM in Edwardsville. You can find more details and registration information here. Later, apple-themed activities and foods can be found at the Tech Spot, an Apple store in Glen Carbon. Pumpkin painting, balloon artist, big screen Wii tournament are among the activities. A variety of food vendors and additional activities remain at Miner’s Square. Rock-N-Wheels, a display of oversized and unusual vehicles will be located at the Edwardsville city park. Interactive games for older kids such as Dance Dance Revolution, Snow Board Simulator and Speed Zone Grand Prix will be available. Saturday evening, wine and microbrews will be on hand at Miner’s Square. Open Houses at many places of interest will invite guests to learn more. Visit the Glen Carbon Fire Station 2, Glen Carbon Heritage Museum, and the Yanda Log Cabin Open House.

Sunday offers Lincoln as a Surveyor Presentation at Madison County Historical Museum, a presentation of surveying methods and equipment at use during the time Lincoln worked as a surveyor in New Salem Il. Refreshments and food will be made part of the day’s events. The museum is open all weekend and you can visit their website here.

So many other activities will be available that I cannot list them all here. Food and music highlight the festival at all locations. Visit the website for more information.

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