ON THIS DAY in 1888 The National Geographic Society is founded in Washington, D.C. for "the increase and diffusion of geographic knowledge".
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The Saluki Indoor Pickleball Tournament is coming up February 1st & 2nd. You’re invited to come watch, cheer, or PLAY in Women's, Men's, and Mixed Teams.
This indoor tournament offers great competition. Register to play at www.Pickleballbrackets.com More information can be found in today’s almanac. (https://pickleballbrackets.com/ptd.aspx?eid=966c51d5-a495-4888-8971-824edb7db15e). Courts will be available 01/31 for pre-play and practice. For information contact the tournament organizer Olinda McKaughn at msmuscle@gmail.com.
In Marion, Hospice of Southern Illinois invites you to the Red Carpet Gala on January 25th. Walk the red carpet as you enter the Pavilion in Marion for a fun night of entertainment with musical performances, cocktail hour, dinner and after party. Help raise money for Hospice at one of the premiere social events of the year. Learn more at www.hospice.org
The Cardinals have announced the return of the Cardinals Caravan, the traveling roadshow that brings current players, alumni, and broadcasters to 20 cities throughout Cardinals Nation over a four-day period January 17-20.
The Cardinals Caravan is the best way for fans outside of St. Louis to get up close and personal with their favorite team! Get the latest scoop on the upcoming season from current Cardinals players, alumni and broadcasters. Kids 15 and under will receive one autograph from each current and former player!
This caravan includes Marion on January 19th. Janua ry 20th the caravan stops in Paducah & Cape Girardeau.
Additional details and player participation will be announced soon. Fans can get a preview of the full January Caravan schedule at cardinals.com/caravan.