ON THIS DAY in 1971 USSR launches Mars 2, becomes the 1st spacecraft to crash land on Mars.
May 19 is World Plant a Vegetable Garden Day.
Learn how to Safeguard Yourself Against Scams with Marsha Griffin, Community Outreach Liaison with the Office of the Illinois Attorney General. Southern Illinois Learning in Retirement (SILIR) invites you to the presentation on May 21st . The SILIR monthly meeting is free and open to the public. The meeting will be held at Epiphany Lutheran Church at 1501 W. Chautauqua in Carbondale. The presentation begins at 10:30 am. A coffee and social hour begins at 9:30 am. For more information, you may refer to the website: www.conferenceservices.siu.edu/silir, call SIU Events and Outreach at 618-536-7751 or email silir@siu.edu.
Marsha will talk about Common Scams. She will identify and discuss government imposter scams, prizes and sweepstakes scams, grandparent scams, text scams, telephone best practices, ID theft and more. Marsha Griffin has been with the Attorney General’s office for six years. Before working for the Attorney General, Marsha was an elementary school teacher for 13 years. She currently works in the Carbondale office and resides in Jonesboro.
Herrinfesta Italiana Memorial Day Weekend. Festa features great Italian food, family fun for the whole family including our grand parade, contests and pageants, bocce and golf tournaments, and a fine arts and crafts exhibit to spotlight the creative talents of regional artists and craftsmen. Musical entertainment venue at HerrinFesta Italiana, located on the north side of the Herrin Civic Center, the Entertainment Stage and the Beverage Garden. Learn more at www.herrinfesta.com Scholarship Pageant is tonight at 7pm at the Civic Center.
Kick-Off Street Party-May 21 @ 5:00 pm-Join us on Walnut Street in Herrin as the city comes alive with music, food, drinks, and great company! This high-energy block party is the perfect way to kick off the HerrinFesta celebrations with two of our favorite sponsors, Teddy’s Sports Bar & Grill and Louie’s P&R. Whether you’re ready to dance, grab a drink, or just hang out with friends, it’s a great start to a week of fun!
The West Franklin Historical District and Silkwood Inn Museum. The Annual Memorial Weekend BBQ Sale will take place on Saturday, May 24th and Sunday, May 25th 11:00 am to 2:00 each day. Choose from pork or chicken sandwiches, hotdogs, chips, desserts, a variety of sides & drinks. Find the more information on the West Franklin Historical District Facebook page.
